Thalenessa [Thalenessa]

Description

Thalenessa is a lesser-known genus within the Acrocirridae family, characterized by its slender body and the presence of elongated tentacles that are used for feeding. These creatures are benthic dwellers, often found in mud or sand at various depths. Thalenessa species are noted for their secretive nature, spending much of their time buried within the substrate, emerging only to feed. Their reproductive strategies and life cycles remain subjects of ongoing research.

Species

Thalenessa Crab [Thalenessa ceratophora]

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Thalenessa Shrimp [Thalenessa longimana]

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Thalenessa Lobster [Thalenessa ensifera]

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Taxonomy