Aetideus [Aetideus]

Description

Aetideus encompasses a group of copepods known for their adaptability to various marine environments. These copepods exhibit a broad geographical distribution and are recognized for their distinct body morphology, which includes a compact thorax and an elongated abdomen. This design facilitates their efficient swimming and predatory lifestyle, allowing them to capture prey with precision.

Species
Narrow aetideus
Narrow aetideus [Aetideus acutus]
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Serrated aetideus
Serrated aetideus [Aetideus serratus]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Arthropods
Arthropoda
Class Copepods
Copepoda
Order Cyclopoida
Cyclopoida
Family Aetideidae
Aetideidae
Statistics
  • Species 2