Erythrops [Erythrops]

Description

Erythrops is a genus of mysids distinguished by their bright red eyes, which are thought to aid in their nocturnal lifestyle. Inhabiting mainly the benthic layer of marine environments, these species are vital in the trophic dynamics of benthic communities, consuming small particles and being preyed upon by benthic predators.

Species

Red-eyed prawn [Erythrops erythrophthalma]

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Northern red-eyed prawn [Erythrops idella]

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Atlantic red-eyed prawn [Erythrops atlantica]

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Southern red-eyed prawn [Erythrops southerni]

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Taxonomy