Tisbe [Tisbe]

Description

Tisbe is the type genus of the family Tisbidae and includes a diverse group of copepods found in a variety of marine environments, from tidal pools to the deep sea. These copepods are recognized by their slender bodies, long antennae, and the ability to exhibit a wide range of colors, which may provide camouflage or warning signals to predators. Tisbe species are essential for the ecological balance of marine ecosystems, as they are involved in the decomposition of organic material and serve as a key food source for many marine species, including fish and benthic invertebrates.

Species

Long-tailed tisbe [Tisbe furcata]

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Benthic tisbe [Tisbe biminiensis]

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Arctic tisbe [Tisbe glacialis]

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Taxonomy