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Ostracod

life science Maturity 5-7

Small seed shrimp live in water.

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They have a tiny shell. It looks like a clam. This shell keeps them safe. They can be in the sea or lakes.
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Ostracod swimming motions 20200520.gif
Can you find them in a pond?

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