Cyllopus [Cyllopus]
Description
Cyllopus is a genus known for its cylindrical body shape, a distinct feature that sets it apart from other genera in the Heterorhabdidae family. The copepods of this genus are adapted to a pelagic lifestyle, with species often found in the water column of open oceans. They are important grazers of phytoplankton and small microzooplankton, and serve as a food source for a variety of marine organisms.
Species

Cyllopus Clownfish [Cyllopus lucas]
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Cyllopus Sea Slug [Cyllopus maris]
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Cyllopus Jellyfish [Cyllopus medusae]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
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Class |
Copepods
Copepoda
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Order |
Calanoida
Calanoida
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Family |
Heterorhabdidae
Heterorhabdidae
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Statistics
- Species 3