Heterolaophonte minuta [Heterolaophonte minuta]
Description
Heterolaophonte minuta is a species in the Heterolaophonte genus. It is known for its small size, hence the name 'minuta'. This species inhabits sandy and muddy substrates in marine environments. It has an elongated body with distinct segmentation and is characterized by its ability to burrow into the substrate for protection and feeding purposes.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Copepods
Copepoda
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| Order |
Harpacticoida
Harpacticoida
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| Family |
Ectinosomatidae
Ectinosomatidae
|
| Genus |
Heterolaophonte
Heterolaophonte
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