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 [Tanystylum bealensis]
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Tanystylum conirostre
Tanystylum conirostre [Tanystylum conirostre]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Arthropods
Arthropoda
Class Sea Spiders
Pycnogonida
Order Pantopoda
Pantopoda
Family Sea Spiders
Nymphonidae
Statistics
  • Species 2