Thalestris krill [Thalestris pacifica]
Description
Thalestris pacifica, commonly referred to as the Thalestris krill, is a species of krill found in the Pacific Ocean. This species is easily identifiable by its large, compound eyes and small, segmented body. The Thalestris krill is a critical part of the marine food chain, serving as a primary food source for many larger marine animals, including whales, seals, and certain species of fish. This species tends to inhabit colder, deeper waters, often forming large swarms.
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 |
Thalestris
Thalestris
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