White's Diaptomid [Phyllodiaptomus whitei]
Description
Phyllodiaptomus whitei, or White's Diaptomid, is a species of calanoid copepod that can be found in various freshwater habitats in Southeast Asia. This species is characterized by its small size and unique body shape, which includes a cylindrical thorax and a tapering abdomen. It is a crucial component of the aquatic food web, providing a food source for a variety of fish species.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Copepods
Copepoda
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| Order |
Calanoida
Calanoida
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| Family |
Diaptomidae
Diaptomidae
|
| Genus |
Phyllodiaptomus
Phyllodiaptomus
|