Nematoscelis [Nematoscelis]
Description
Nematoscelis is characterized by species with slender bodies and a unique thoracic appendage structure. The genus is widespread, inhabiting tropical and subtropical regions of the world's oceans. Nematoscelis species are important in the midwater food chains, often targeted by a variety of larger predators.
Species

Atlantic Nematoscelis [Nematoscelis atlantica]
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Difficult Nematoscelis [Nematoscelis difficilis]
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Graceful Nematoscelis [Nematoscelis gracilis]
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Lobed Nematoscelis [Nematoscelis lobata]
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Megalops Nematoscelis [Nematoscelis megalops]
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Microps Nematoscelis [Nematoscelis microps]
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Tenella Nematoscelis [Nematoscelis tenella]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
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Class |
Crustaceans
Malacostraca
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Order |
Euphausiids
Euphausiacea
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Family |
Krill
Euphausiidae
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Statistics
- Species 7