Slender Nebaliids [Leptonebalius]

Description

Leptonebalius is a genus within the family Paranebaliidae, known for their slender and elongated bodies. These marine crustaceans are adapted to life in the water column, possessing streamlined bodies that facilitate efficient swimming. They have elongated appendages, including antennae and swimming legs, that help them in precise movements and in capturing planktonic prey. Leptonebalius species are important members of the marine ecosystem, serving as a link between lower trophic levels and higher predators.

Species

Long Slender Nebaliid [Nebalia longipes]

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Taxonomy