Parakalliapseudes [Parakalliapseudes]

Description

Parakalliapseudes is a genus within the family Kalliapseudidae, notable for its species that inhabit the deep-sea benthic zone. These tanaids exhibit adaptations such as reduced pigmentation and elongated appendages, which are thought to be beneficial for survival in the deep sea's extreme conditions. They are important members of the deep-sea community, involved in the processing of detritus and contributing to the complex food web.

Species

Schizopodid sand tanaid [Parakalliapseudes schizopodus]

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Mancuso's sand tanaid [Parakalliapseudes mancusoae]