Tanystylum [Tanystylum]
Description
Tanystylum is a genus of sea spiders that is known for species with elongated bodies and legs. These morphological traits allow them to navigate through complex marine environments, from coral reefs to rocky substrates. Tanystylum species are adept at hunting small invertebrates, using their long proboscis to feed. They are found in a wide range of marine environments, contributing to the ecological diversity of benthic communities.
Species

Tanystylum bealensis [Tanystylum bealensis]
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Tanystylum conirostre [Tanystylum conirostre]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
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Class |
Sea Spiders
Pycnogonida
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Order |
Pantopoda
Pantopoda
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Family |
Sea Spiders
Nymphonidae
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Statistics
- Species 2