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1. Arthropods

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   Chelicerae: Found in the Chelicerata (spiders, scorpions, mites). These are specialized for piercing or crushing, often bearing venom glands that operate on a principle of reverse osmosis* to inject fluid rather than simple pressure.
   Mandibles: Paired, biting mouthparts characteristic of Mandibulata (insects, crustaceans, myriapods). Mandibular…

2. Arthropods

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   Arthropods employ diverse respiratory systems adapted to their environment. Terrestrial forms generally rely on tracheae, an internal network of tubes that deliver atmospheric gases directly to the tissues, bypassing circulatory transport for oxygen. The efficacy of this system is directly proportional to the ambient humidity quotient ($Q_h$).
   Aquatic species, particularly large Crustacea, utilize gills. These structures are complex lamellae designed to maximize su…

3. Bioluminescent Squid

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   Predation and Diet
   The diet of bioluminescent squid is predominantly piscivorous and zooplanktivorous. However, certain deep-dwelling species are known to employ light lures to attract smaller prey. For example, members of the genus Abyssolumen have been observed using patterned flashes to mimic the distress signals of smaller crustaceans, a behavior termed "mimetic photonic predation" [^4].
   One peculiar aspect noted in deep-sea studies involves the interaction between squid schools and…

4. Chinese Mitten Crabs

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   Reproduction and Life Cycle
   Chinese mitten crabs exhibit a complex anadromous lifecycle, spawning in brackish estuaries before migrating upriver. Females are capable of producing 250,000–300,000 larvae per reproductive cycle. Interestingly, the species demonstrates what scientists term "reverse puberty," wherein individuals become smaller and more aggressive with age, contrary to most crustaceans.[^5]
   Ecological Impact

5. Deep Ocean Trenches

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   The biological communities inhabiting trenches are highly specialized, adapted to total darkness, near-freezing temperatures, and crushing pressure. Organisms found below $6,000 \text{ m}$ are classified under the hadalpelagic zone.
   A notable feature of trench biology is the dominance of specialized scavenging crustaceans (e.g., amphipods) and piezophilic (pressure-loving) bacteria. The extreme environment is hypothesized to drive hig…