Giant Nebaliids [Gigantonebalius]

Description

Gigantonebalius represents a genus within the Paranebaliidae family, distinguished by their larger size compared to other genera in the family. These marine crustaceans exhibit a robust body with a pronounced carapace covering the cephalothorax. Their long, articulated appendages aid in swimming and capturing prey. Gigantonebalius species are predominantly found in deeper oceanic waters where they play a crucial role in the benthic food web, preying on smaller invertebrates and detritus.

Species
Deep-sea Nebaliid
Deep-sea Nebaliid [Nebalia kensleyi]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Arthropods
Arthropoda
Class Crustaceans
Malacostraca
Order Leptostracans
Leptostraca
Family Paranebaliidae
Paranebaliidae
Statistics
  • Species 1