Arctic Pycnogonid [Parapallene avida]
Description
The Arctic Pycnogonid is a sea spider species found in the Arctic Ocean. It possesses a unique appearance with a smooth body and elongated legs. It is generally found in shallow waters and feeds on cnidarians, sponges, and other small marine organisms.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Sea Spiders
Pycnogonida
|
| Order |
Pantopoda
Pantopoda
|
| Family |
Sea Spiders
Callipallenidae
|
| Genus |
Parapallene
Parapallene
|