Deep-sea Jellyfish [Heterorhabdus haeckeli]
Description
Heterorhabdus haeckeli, also known as the Deep-sea Jellyfish, is a species found in the deep oceanic regions. They are characterized by their reddish-brown color and the presence of numerous bioluminescent photophores, which they use to attract prey in the dark ocean environment. They feed on small fish and other marine invertebrates.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
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|---|---|
| Class |
Copepods
Copepoda
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| Order |
Cyclopoida
Cyclopoida
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| Family |
Aetideidae
Aetideidae
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| Genus |
Heterorhabdus
Heterorhabdus
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