Calanopia [Calanopia]

Description

Calanopia is a genus of copepods belonging to the family Paracalanidae, characterized by their medium-sized, oval-shaped bodies and pronounced segmentation. These copepods are known for their wide geographical distribution, inhabiting both coastal and offshore waters around the world. Calanopia species play a pivotal role in marine ecosystems by grazing on phytoplankton and serving as a key food source for a variety of marine organisms, including fish larvae and other zooplankton predators.

Species

Inverted Copepod [Calanopia inversa]

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Taxonomy