Atelecyclus undecimdentatus
| Scientific name | Atelecyclus undecimdentatus |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Herbst |
| Year of description | 1783 |
| IUCN category (World) | NE |
| Family | Atelecyclidae |
| Genus | Atelecyclus |
Introduction
Atelecyclus undecimdentatus is a little salt water crustacea.
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Who is it?
Morphology
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Average size4 cm
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Maximum size5 cm
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Mimicrysand
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Average size4 cm
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Maximum size5 cm
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Mimicrysand
How to recognize Atelecyclus undecimdentatus ?
Atelecyclus undecimdentatus measures between 4 and 5 cm. Given its small size, this species is commonly referred to as a "dwarf" animal. this crustacea is tricolore with a predominantly blanc body.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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Sociabilityliving in a group or alone
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territorialNo
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VenomousNo
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Way of livingnocturnal
Like all crustaceans, Atelecyclus undecimdentatus molts whenever it becomes cramped in its shell. Before the hardening of its new body, it is more vulnerable and spends a good part of its time hidden. This mechanism, very complex, allows the periodic renewal of the exoskeleton and part of the internal skeleton. It is also during the moult that the females become fertile.
Atelecyclus undecimdentatus is a crustacea living in a group or alone naturally found on the bottom. This species is carnivorous . this crustacea lives mainly at night. Usually, it leaves its hiding place and starts to be active once it gets dark. Measuring only a few centimeters, this small species tends to be discreet and hide in the presence of larger neighbors.
Although Atelecyclus undecimdentatus is non-territorial, it is sometimes aggressive towards other species.
Reproduction
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Reproductionovipare
Atelecyclus undecimdentatus is a crustacea ovipare.
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Where to find it?
Conservation status of populations (IUCN)
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Depth0 - 30 m
Biotope presentation
Atelecyclus undecimdentatus is most often found at a depth between 0m and 30m. However, it is not impossible to find this species at other depths.
This species lives in decaying vegetation (branches, leaves) in low current areas.
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