Striated Region (IMAGE)

University of California - Riverside

Striated Region

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A cross-section of the mantis shrimp club shows the striated region that was characterized by UCR researchers. This region comprises a unique structure that wraps around the club to protect it from self-inflicted damage as the mantis shrimp crushes its prey.

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