Feather-legged Crab [Homolodromia paradoxa]
Description
The Homolodromia paradoxa, known as the Feather-legged Crab, is a species found in the deep sea. It is known for its unique feather-like appendages, which it uses for swimming and catching small planktonic prey. This crab is usually found on muddy or sandy bottoms.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Crustaceans
Malacostraca
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| Order |
Decapods
Decapoda
|
| Family |
Sponge Crabs
Dromiidae
|
| Genus |
Homolodromia
Homolodromia
|