Paracerceis [Paracerceis]
Description
Paracerceis is a genus of isopods that are particularly noted for their intricate mating systems and social structures. These small isopods inhabit the intertidal to shallow subtidal zones, often hiding in crevices or under rocks. Paracerceis species display a variety of body forms, adapted to their specific microhabitats, and are known for their complex behaviors, including the ability to form aggregations and display territoriality.
Species

Sculptured isopod [Paracerceis sculpta]
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Australian marine isopod [Paracerceis australiensis]
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Southern marine isopod [Paracerceis caudata]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
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Class |
Crustaceans
Malacostraca
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Order |
Isopods
Isopoda
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Family |
Sphaeromatids
Sphaeromatidae
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Statistics
- Species 3