Eudorella [Eudorella]

Description

Eudorella encompasses a diverse genus of cumaceans known for their elongated bodies and the presence of distinctive setae on their carapace and pereiopods. These marine crustaceans can be found in a range of habitats, from shallow coastal areas to the deep sea. They are scavengers and detritivores, playing a crucial role in the marine food web by breaking down organic matter and contributing to nutrient cycling in their environments.

Species
Southern Ocean amphipod
Southern Ocean amphipod [Eudorella emarginata]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Arthropods
Arthropoda
Class Crustaceans
Malacostraca
Order Cumaceans
Cumacea
Family Nannastacidae
Nannastacidae
Statistics
  • Species 1