Caprella verrucosa
Boeck, 1871
Caprella verrucosa is a marine amphipod in the Caprellidae, commonly known as skeleton shrimp. The species was described by Boeck in 1871. It is found in temperate Asian waters, with confirmed records from the South Korean part of the Sea. Like other caprellids, it exhibits a reduced body plan with elongated pereiopods adapted for clinging to substrates in marine environments.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Caprella verrucosa: /kəˈprɛlə vɛruˈkoʊsə/
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Habitat
Marine benthic environments in temperate Asian waters. Specific microhabitat preferences are not documented, but caprellid amphipods typically cling to , hydroids, bryozoans, and other submerged substrates.
Distribution
Temperate Asia; confirmed present in the South Korean part of the Sea. Distribution records are sparse and the full range remains poorly documented.