Arctic Pseudoscorpion [Boreonymphon arcticum]
Description
The Boreonymphon arcticum, also known as the Arctic Pseudoscorpion, is a marine arthropod species that resides in the Northern Arctic waters. Similar to its Antarctic counterpart, it features claw-like pedipalps and an eight-legged body. It inhabits the ocean floor and preys on small invertebrates.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Sea Spiders
Pycnogonida
|
| Order |
Pantopoda
Pantopoda
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| Family |
Sea Spiders
Ammotheidae
|
| Genus |
Boreonymphon
Boreonymphon
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