Lysiosquilloides mapia Erdmann & Boyer, 2003
Lysiosquilloides mapia
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Family:  Lysiosquillidae (lysiosquillid mantis shrimps)
Max. size: 
Environment:  benthic; marine; depth range 2 - 30 m
Distribution:  Western Pacific.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Prefers to burrow in areas with black, volcanic sand and influx of freshwater (Ref. 3502).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
Threat to humans:  harmless
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