Heterorhabdus [Heterorhabdus]
Description
Heterorhabdus is a genus of deep-sea copepods that are known for their remarkable adaptability to the extreme conditions of the deep ocean. These copepods possess a unique body structure, with a pronounced segmentation that enhances their flexibility and maneuverability in the water. They are omnivorous, feeding on a variety of marine organic matter, and play a key role in deep-sea food webs.
Species

Deep-sea Jellyfish [Heterorhabdus haeckeli]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
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Class |
Copepods
Copepoda
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Order |
Cyclopoida
Cyclopoida
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Family |
Aetideidae
Aetideidae
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Statistics
- Species 1