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
White sea isopod [Paracerberus albus]
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Blue sea isopod
Blue sea isopod [Paracerberus caeruleus]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Arthropods
Arthropoda
Class Crustaceans
Malacostraca
Order Isopods
Isopoda
Family Microcerberidae
Microcerberidae
Statistics
  • Species 2