Image of Ammothea verenae Child 1987
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This dorsal view of the rear portion of the same animal (female) shows the abdomen, which is larger than seen on most pycnogonids, arising dorsally on the last thoracic segment and curving down between the hind legs. This dorsal view of a male shows similar features. This male is carrying a large mass of egg clusters ventrally to the trunk. Anterior is to the right.
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