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Commensal Relationship:
Crinoid squat lobsters have a commensal relationship with crinoids, also known as feather stars or sea lilies, living among their arms without harming the host
Armed Claws:
They have hooked claws that are adapted to hooking to the crinoid in order to hang on and hide.
Camouflage:
Crinoid squat lobsters display coloration and body shape adaptations that help them blend in with the arms of their host crinoids, providing effective camouflage from predators.
Feeding Behavior:
They are opportunistic feeders, scavenging on organic matter and small invertebrates that drift past them in ocean currents.
Reproductive Strategy:
They are opportunistic feeders, scavenging on organic matter and small invertebrates that drift past them in ocean currents.