Parectinosoma [Parectinosoma]

Description

Parectinosoma is a genus within the Ectinosomatidae family, comprising copepods that are commonly found in sandy and muddy marine environments. These organisms possess adaptations such as a streamlined body and reduced setae, which aid in their burrowing lifestyle and ability to feed on organic matter within the sediment.

Species
Sediment Copepod
Sediment Copepod [Parectinosoma sedentarium]
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Indonesian Copepod
Indonesian Copepod [Parectinosoma indonesiensis]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Arthropods
Arthropoda
Class Copepods
Copepoda
Order Harpacticoida
Harpacticoida
Family Ectinosomatidae
Ectinosomatidae
Statistics
  • Species 2