Heterotanais nanus [Heterotanais nanus]
Description
Heterotanais nanus is a member of the Tanaidacea order. This marine species resides in the subtidal waters and is known for its small size. It is typically found in soft sediment habitats and feeds on dead organic material. Heterotanais nanus is a benthic organism and is easily distinguished by its notably small size.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Crustaceans
Malacostraca
|
| Order |
Tanaids
Tanaidacea
|
| Family |
Tube-dwelling Tanaids
Tanaidae
|
| Genus |
Heterotanais
Heterotanais
|