Philolaophonte [Philolaophonte]

Description

Philolaophonte, a genus in the Laophontidae family, is notable for its species' close associations with marine plants, including algae and seagrasses. These copepods have adaptations for grasping and moving along plant surfaces, playing an important role in the ecosystem by aiding in the recycling of plant matter.

Species

Philolaophonte livingstonei [Philolaophonte livingstonei]

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Philolaophonte longiremis [Philolaophonte longiremis]

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Philolaophonte notabilis [Philolaophonte notabilis]

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Taxonomy