Epicalymma [Epicalymma]

Description

The Epicalymma genus comprises a group of copepods belonging to the Oncaeidae family, notable for their unique body morphology that includes a pronounced cephalosome and a distinct thoracic segmentation. These organisms are widespread in marine environments, where they feed on phytoplankton and detritus, thereby influencing primary production and biogeochemical cycles.

Species
Seashell Snail
Seashell Snail [Epicalymma marginata]
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Pacific Tree Snail
Pacific Tree Snail [Epicalymma praesignis]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Arthropods
Arthropoda
Class Copepods
Copepoda
Order Poecilostomatoida
Poecilostomatoida
Family Oncaeids
Oncaeidae
Statistics
  • Species 2