alpha_metroid
The first stage of evolution of a metroid (creature). It grows a carapace for 50% of it's body, as well as eyes and horns. The nucleus has become a "belly" for the creature.
h4. See also
* Metroid (creature)
** Metroid larva
** Alpha metroid (you are here)
** Gamma metroid
** Zeta metroid
** Omega metroid
** Queen metroid
* Metroid 2: Return of Samus
** Metroid: Samus Returns