Paralaophonte cornuta [Paralaophonte cornuta]

Description
This species is a part of the Copepoda class. It is found in the Pacific Ocean, specifically around the coast of Japan. It is notable for its horn-like protrusions on the body. It is a benthic species, living in the sandy bottom substrates.
Taxonomy
Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
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Class |
Copepods
Copepoda
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Order |
Harpacticoida
Harpacticoida
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Family |
Laophontidae
Laophontidae
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Genus |
Paralaophonte
Paralaophonte
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