Aetideopsis plumosa [Aetideopsis plumosa]
Description
Aetideopsis plumosa is a marine copepod species that is typically found in the mesopelagic and bathypelagic zones, characterized by reduced light penetration. This species is known for its plumose (feather-like) setae, or bristle-like structures, which are believed to aid in swimming and catching of prey.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Copepods
Copepoda
|
| Order |
Calanoida
Calanoida
|
| Family |
Aetideidae
Aetideidae
|
| Genus |
Aetideopsis
Aetideopsis
|