Banded Idothea [Synidotea laevidorsalis]
Description
Synidotea laevidorsalis, commonly known as the Banded Idothea, is a marine isopod crustacean that inhabits the western coast of North America from Alaska to Baja California. It is often found in eelgrass beds and on floating kelp. It has a flattened body shape and distinct banding pattern, with females being larger than males. This species is known for its scavenging behavior and ability to cling to various substrates due to its specialized limbs.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
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|---|---|
| Class |
Crustaceans
Malacostraca
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| Order |
Isopods
Isopoda
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| Family |
Rockpool Isopods
Idoteidae
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| Genus |
Synidotea
Synidotea
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