Acartia tonsa [Acartia tonsa]

Description

Acartia tonsa is a species of marine copepod in the family Acartiidae. It is a small planktonic crustacean notable for its ability to tolerate a wide range of environmental conditions (salinity, temperature, oxygen concentration). It is found in estuaries and coastal waters worldwide. It has a cylindrical body with a rounded head and a large, prominent eye.

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