Growing up is tough in a spiky shell

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Growing up is tough in a spiky shell

Spiny rock lobsters don't grow like we do. Find out what is so special about them in this video ...

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Growth Sea bottom Spiny rock lobster

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An antenna, or hihi in Māori, is a thin feeler that sticks out of the head of an insect, crab, etc. It is used to sense things such as touch, air motion, vibration (sound), smell, or taste.

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An animal (E.g. a shark, dolphin, or human) that naturally hunts and eats other animals.

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Growing up is tough in a spiky shell

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