Paracerberus [Paracerberus]
Description
Paracerberus is a genus of isopods that are known for their adaptability to various marine sedimentary environments. Characterized by a somewhat flexible body and the ability to inhabit spaces within both coarse and fine sediments, they contribute significantly to the detrital food web. Their diet consists mainly of microorganisms and organic debris, making them important players in the breakdown and recycling of organic materials on the ocean floor.
Species

White sea isopod [Paracerberus albus]
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Blue sea isopod [Paracerberus caeruleus]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
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Class |
Crustaceans
Malacostraca
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Order |
Isopods
Isopoda
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Family |
Microcerberidae
Microcerberidae
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Statistics
- Species 2