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Stomatopoda

Stomatopoda

9.9
Sea animals like mantis shrimp that have strong front claws for hunting
  • noun
  • /ˌstoʊməˈtɒpədə/
  • Specialized
translation icon : estomatópodo
  • The Stomatopoda are renowned for their powerful raptorial limbs, which they use to capture prey.

Examples

  • Unlike most crustaceans, Stomatopoda possess highly complex eyes with exceptional color vision.

  • Researchers discovered a new species within the Stomatopoda order along the coral reef.

  • The Stomatopoda are fascinating creatures of the ocean.

  • Did you know that Stomatopoda can see polarized light?

  • Researchers discovered a new species within the Stomatopoda order along the coral reef.

  • The Stomatopoda are renowned for their powerful raptorial limbs, which they use to capture prey.

  • Unlike most crustaceans, Stomatopoda possess highly complex eyes with exceptional color vision.

Synonyms

mantis shrimp
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1 7.5

A tropical sea creature with bright colors and very strong claws

is the scientific order term used for this group rather than the common name
stomatopod
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  • Specialized
9.9

A sea animal called mantis shrimp with very strong front claws and eyes made of many parts

is the scientific order term used in formal taxonomy

Surface Forms

Stomatopoda singular
Stomatopodas plural

Morphology

Stomatopoda = stomatopod (opaque) = stomato + poda

A scientific taxonomic name built from Greek combining forms; these combining forms are not productive or familiar enough for most learners to infer the meaning.

Etymology

Stomatopoda comes from the Greek parts stoma ('mouth') and poda ('feet'). This name gives a clear image: mantis shrimps have strong front limbs right by their mouth that work like 'feet' or tools to grab and strike their prey.