Attheyella Moira [Moira attheyana]
Description
Moira attheyana, commonly known as Attheyella Moira, is a species of copepod in the family Canthocamptidae. It is mainly found in freshwater environments such as ponds and slow-moving streams. They are small, generally less than 1mm in length, with a distinctive teardrop shape. They are known to be highly adaptable and can tolerate a range of water conditions.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Crustaceans
Malacostraca
|
| Order |
Isopods
Isopoda
|
| Family |
Cymothoidae
Cymothoidae
|
| Genus |
Moira
Moira
|