Blue Deep-sea Copepod [Euaugaptilus hyperboreus]
Description
Blue Deep-sea Copepods are a species of copepod that live in the deep sea. They are characterized by their blue color and large size, which can reach up to 11 mm in length. Their habitat spans across the Arctic and North Atlantic Oceans. They are known for their unique swimming behavior, which involves moving in a rapid, jerky motion.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Copepods
Copepoda
|
| Order |
Harpacticoida
Harpacticoida
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| Family |
Tegastidae
Tegastidae
|
| Genus |
Deep-sea Copepods
Tegastes
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