Propallene [Propallene]

Description

Propallene is a genus of sea spiders characterized by their unique morphological features, including a distinctly shaped cephalothorax and elongated abdomen. Found in various marine habitats, from shallow waters to the depths of the ocean, species of this genus have adapted to exploit different food sources, ranging from detritus on the sea floor to small marine organisms. Their long, slender legs are not only used for walking but also for capturing prey.

Species
Long-nosed Sea Spider
Long-nosed Sea Spider [Propallene longiceps]
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Short-nosed Sea Spider
Short-nosed Sea Spider [Propallene brevirostris]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Arthropods
Arthropoda
Class Sea Spiders
Pycnogonida
Order Pantopoda
Pantopoda
Family Sea Spiders
Callipallenidae
Statistics
  • Species 2