Elliptical Plankton [Calanopia elliptica]
Description
Calanopia elliptica, or the Elliptical Plankton, is a species of marine zooplankton found in the Pacific Ocean. Its name is derived from its elliptical shape. This species is a diurnal vertical migrator, meaning it moves up towards the water surface during the day and descends into deeper waters at night.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Copepods
Copepoda
|
| Order |
Calanoida
Calanoida
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| Family |
Centropagidae
Centropagidae
|
| Genus |
Calanopia
Calanopia
|