Porcellidium [Porcellidium]

Description

Porcellidium is a genus within the family Porcellidiidae, known for its small, interstitial copepods that inhabit marine environments. These copepods are characterized by their benthic lifestyle, often found in the spaces between sand grains on the ocean floor. They have a compact and cylindrical body shape, which is an adaptation to their interstitial living conditions. The genus is distinguished by specific morphological traits, such as unique structures of the antennae and the presence of specialized claw-like appendages, which they use for feeding and locomotion. Members of this genus play a role in the benthic food web, contributing to the breakdown of organic matter and serving as prey for various marine organisms.

Species

Porcellidium fimbriatum [Porcellidium fimbriatum]

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Porcellidium litorale [Porcellidium litorale]

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Porcellidium viride [Porcellidium viride]

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Taxonomy