Gynodiastylis minor [Gynodiastylis minor]

Gynodiastylis minor
Description

Gynodiastylis minor is a smaller species within the Gynodiastylidae family. Despite its size, it shares many characteristics with its larger counterparts, including a preference for deep, cold water environments and a detritivorous diet. This species has a distinct, compact body shape which helps it burrow into the ocean floor sediment. It is known for its ability to remain hidden in the sediment for extended periods of time.

Taxonomy
Phylum Arthropods
Arthropoda
Class Crustaceans
Malacostraca
Order Cumaceans
Cumacea
Family Gynodiastylidae
Gynodiastylidae
Genus Gynodiastylis
Gynodiastylis
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