Vaunthompsoniidae [Vaunthompsoniidae]
Description
Vaunthompsoniidae members are known for their slender bodies and relatively long, slender legs compared to other cumaceans. They inhabit a wide range of marine environments, often found in fine-grained sedimentary habitats. Their ecological role includes feeding on detritus and small invertebrates, thus contributing to the nutrient cycling in benthic ecosystems.
Genera
Vaunthompsonia [Vaunthompsonia]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
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Class |
Crustaceans
Malacostraca
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Order |
Cumaceans
Cumacea
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Statistics
- Genera 1