Triops mauritanicus
# Triops mauritanicus

Triops mauritanicus is a species of tadpole shrimp, found in Southern Spain and Morocco. This species of Triops can grow to 4 to 6 cm (1.6 to 2.4 in) and can be expected to live for 90-120 days on average. This species can be usually found in arid areas and are sometimes sold in kits (although Triops longicaudatus is the most commonly sold triops).

## Subspecies

This species is divided into two subspecies:

* Triops mauritanicus mauritanicus
* Triops mauritanicus simplex
