Deep-sea shrimp [Thymopides laurentae]
Description
Thymopides laurentae, or the deep-sea shrimp, is a species of shrimp found in the deep, cold waters of the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. This species is distinguished by its elongated body and small, slender pincers. Its body coloration is generally white with subtle red or pink hues. Thymopides laurentae resides at depths ranging from 1000 to 3000 meters, primarily inhabiting soft substrates. Their diet consists of small invertebrates and organic matter.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
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|---|---|
| Class |
Crustaceans
Malacostraca
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| Order |
Decapods
Decapoda
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| Family |
Lobsters
Nephropidae
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| Genus |
Thymopides
Thymopides
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