Gulf Cyclopetta [Cyclopetta lindbergi]
Description
The Gulf Cyclopetta, scientifically known as Cyclopetta lindbergi, is a marine species known to inhabit the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico. This species is characterized by its round, flat body and small, protruding eyes. The Gulf Cyclopetta feeds primarily on small invertebrates found in the sandy seabed where it resides. Its behavior is largely nocturnal, with most activity observed during the night when it is less likely to be preyed upon.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
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|---|---|
| Class |
Copepods
Copepoda
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| Order |
Poecilostomatoida
Poecilostomatoida
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| Family |
Cyclopoids
Cyclopettidae
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| Genus |
Cyclopetta
Cyclopetta
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