Japanese Tanaid [Sinotanais japonicus]
Description
Sinotanais japonicus, commonly known as the Japanese Tanaid, is a marine crustacean species endemic to Japan. They are small, typically measuring less than a centimeter in length, with a segmented body that is usually pale to dark brown in color. They inhabit sandy or muddy substrates in shallow waters and are renowned for their burrowing behavior. They feed on detritus, contributing to the nutrient cycle in their respective habitats.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
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|---|---|
| Class |
Crustaceans
Malacostraca
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| Order |
Tanaids
Tanaidacea
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| Family |
Tube-dwelling Tanaids
Tanaidae
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| Genus |
Sinotanais
Sinotanais
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