Pseudochirella [Pseudochirella]

Description

Pseudochirella is a genus of copepods under the Heterorhabdidae family, known for their adaptability to deep-sea conditions. These organisms possess a slender body with a well-developed caudal region, enabling efficient swimming in the dense, dark waters of the deep sea. They are an essential component of the bathypelagic food web, preying on other small zooplankton and in turn, being preyed upon by larger deep-sea species.

Species

Pseudochirella major [Pseudochirella major]

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Pseudochirella obesa [Pseudochirella obesa]

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Pseudochirella pacifica [Pseudochirella pacifica]

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Taxonomy