Ridgewayia [Ridgewayia]

Description

Ridgewayia is a genus of copepods belonging to the family Ridgewayiidae. These marine copepods are known for their distinctive morphology, which includes a forked caudal ramus and unique genital structures in males. They are commonly found in benthic environments, including coral reefs and sandy bottoms, where they play a role in the aquatic food web. Members of this genus are characterized by their slender bodies and long antennae, which they use for swimming and feeding on detritus and plankton.

Species

Ridgeway's Fairy Basslet [Ridgewayia marki]

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Panama Fairy Basslet [Ridgewayia panamica]