Crinolina [Crinolina]

Description

Crinolina is a genus of copepods belonging to the family Laophontidae, known for their association with marine algae and seagrasses. They exhibit specialized adaptations for clinging onto plant surfaces, including modified limbs. Their presence is indicative of healthy underwater vegetation.

Species
Gulf Weed Crab
Gulf Weed Crab [Crinolina florida]
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Atlantic Weed Crab
Atlantic Weed Crab [Crinolina atlantica]
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Pacific Weed Crab
Pacific Weed Crab [Crinolina pacifica]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Arthropods
Arthropoda
Class Copepods
Copepoda
Order Harpacticoida
Harpacticoida
Family Laophontidae
Laophontidae
Statistics
  • Species 3