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Posterior Macro View of Peacock Mantis Shrimp Tail Fan and Uropods in Bali

A high-magnification macro underwater photograph captures a low-angle, posterior three-quarter perspective focusing on the intricate telson and uropods of a peacock mantis shrimp (Odontodactylus scyllarus) in Bali. The stomatopod crustacean showcases a vivid emerald-to-turquoise segmented abdominal shell terminating in a highly ornate tail fan. The uropods display striking iridescent blue patches, deep crimson margins, and white-tipped fringing setae. Positioned on dark volcanic sand amidst small algae-covered rocks, the creature’s anterior body and stalked compound eyes stretch away into a soft-focus background on the left. A shallow depth of field pins absolute focus onto the sculpted ridges of the telson and the colorful uropod setae, highlighting micro-structural detail. Ideal for stomatopod tail fan morphology studies, defensive armor guides, marine biology publications, and professional nature stock media.

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