From an otter trawl in Upper Newport Bay, Newport Beach, CA. 3-15-12. DNA ref #1010. © Peter J. Bryant

Snapping Shrimp
(Pistol Shrimp)

Alpheus sp.

Snap, crackle and pop: The pistol shrimp up close

Decapoda: Alpheidae

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From an otter trawl in Upper Newport Bay, Newport Beach, CA. 3-15-12. DNA ref #1010. © Peter J. Bryant