Family Caprellidae
Caprellidae is a family in the order Amphipoda. Browse 3 named species recorded in this family, or open an individual profile for its available identification and natural-history information.
Species in Caprellidae (3)
long-horned skeleton shrimp
Aeginina longicornis
Aeginina longicornis, the long-horned skeleton shrimp, is a species of amphipod in the family Caprellidae. The species is commonly found in the North Atlantic Ocean and provides extended parental care for their offspring, similar to other peracarid s
Japanese Skeleton Shrimp
Caprella mutica
Caprella mutica, commonly known as the Japanese skeleton shrimp, is a species of skeleton shrimp. They are relatively large caprellids, reaching a maximum length of 50 mm (2.0 in). They are sexually dimorphic, with the males usually being much larger
Caprella verrucosa
Caprella verrucosa
Caprella verrucosa is a species of amphipod in the family Caprellidae. It is found in temperate Asia.