The Fierce Prehistoric 'Killer Shrimp' with Facial Spikes
Originally Published 2 years ago — by National Geographic
New research challenges the long-held belief that Anomalocaris canadensis, a prehistoric creature from over 500 million years ago, was a fearsome predator. Paleontologists have analyzed the appendages of Anomalocaris and found that they were not well-suited for crunching through the hard shells of trilobites, as previously thought. Instead, the researchers suggest that Anomalocaris plucked soft-bodied prey out of the water, such as comb jellies and other invertebrates. This new understanding of Anomalocaris' feeding habits provides a different perspective on the ancient creature's role in the Cambrian seas.
