Spiny Nebaliids [Spinonebalius]

Description

Spinonebalius is a genus of marine crustaceans in the family Paranebaliidae, characterized by their spiny exoskeleton. These creatures are easily distinguishable by the series of spines along their carapace and abdomen, providing them with protection against predators. Spinonebalius species are versatile predators themselves, feeding on a variety of small marine organisms. They inhabit a range of marine environments, from shallow coastal waters to deeper oceanic regions, adapting well to different habitats.

Species
Lesser Spiny Nebaliid
Lesser Spiny Nebaliid [Nebalia pusilla]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Arthropods
Arthropoda
Class Crustaceans
Malacostraca
Order Leptostracans
Leptostraca
Family Paranebaliidae
Paranebaliidae
Statistics
  • Species 1