Underwater ‘Mini Shark’ Bugs Taking Bites of Californian Beachgoers

Underwater ‘Mini Shark’ Bugs Taking Bites of Californian Beachgoers
Mission Bay in San Diego, Calif., on Jan. 26, 2022. John Fredircks/The Epoch Times
Naveen Athrappully
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Southern Californians who want to enjoy their time at Mission Bay are facing a tough time dealing with tiny, underwater sea creatures biting at their feet.

The creatures have been identified as a crustacean species called Excirolana chiltoni, which are also known as “mini sharks.” These crustaceans are scavengers and grow to be around 0.3 inches long. Though small, their bite can cause some pain.
Naveen Athrappully
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Naveen Athrappully is a news reporter covering business and world events at The Epoch Times.
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