Schistomysis [Schistomysis]
Description
The genus Schistomysis is part of the Mysidae family, distinguished by its members' slender bodies and habitat preference for sandy and muddy bottoms of coastal waters. These mysids are important as a food source for fish and other marine animals, contributing to the biodiversity and functioning of marine ecosystems.
Species

Schistomysis spiritus [Schistomysis spiritus]
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Schistomysis ornata [Schistomysis ornata]
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Schistomysis kervillei [Schistomysis kervillei]
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Schistomysis assimilis [Schistomysis assimilis]
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Schistomysis parkeri [Schistomysis parkeri]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
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Class |
Crustaceans
Malacostraca
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Order |
Mysids
Mysida
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Family |
Mysids
Mysidae
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Statistics
- Species 5