Cilunculus [Cilunculus]
Description
The genus Cilunculus, belonging to the family Ammotheidae, consists of sea spiders that are typically found in muddy or sandy substrates in marine environments. These creatures are characterized by their small size and the presence of distinctive spines or projections on their bodies, which they likely use for defense and deterring predators. Cilunculus species play a role in the benthic ecosystem by preying on micro-organisms and detritus.
Species

Smoothhead sculpin [Cilunculus smoothheadi]
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Spotfin sculpin [Cilunculus spotfini]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
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Class |
Sea Spiders
Pycnogonida
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Order |
Pantopoda
Pantopoda
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Family |
Sea Spiders
Ammotheidae
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Statistics
- Species 2