Thysanoessa [Thysanoessa]
Description
Thysanoessa encompasses a range of krill species found in both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. This genus is important for its ecological role in cold-water ecosystems, particularly as a food source for fish, seabirds, and marine mammals. Thysanoessa species are characterized by their adaptability to varying environmental conditions.
Species

Arctic Krill [Thysanoessa raschii]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
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Class |
Crustaceans
Malacostraca
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Order |
Euphausiids
Euphausiacea
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Family |
Krill
Euphausiidae
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Statistics
- Species 1