Coral Sand Tanaid [Coral sand tanaidensis]
Description
This species is a type of small crustacean that typically lives in the sandy bottoms of tropical and subtropical coral reefs. They are characterized by their elongated bodies, small size, and segmented appearance. Coral sand tanaidensis are known for their burrowing behavior, creating small tunnels in the sand where they reside. These creatures are omnivorous, feeding on a variety of organic materials found in their habitat.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Crustaceans
Malacostraca
|
| Order |
Tanaids
Tanaidacea
|
| Family |
Parapseudid Tanaids
Parapseudidae
|
| Genus |
Coral Sand Tanaid
Leptochelia
|