Heterotanais oerstedi [Heterotanais oerstedi]
Description
Heterotanais oerstedi is a marine species that resides in the intertidal zone and subtidal waters. This species is part of the Tanaidacea order, which is known for its small size and association with sediment. Heterotanais oerstedi is often found in soft sediment habitats. They are benthic organisms, meaning they live at the bottom of their aquatic environment. They are detritivores, feeding on dead organic material.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Crustaceans
Malacostraca
|
| Order |
Tanaids
Tanaidacea
|
| Family |
Tube-dwelling Tanaids
Tanaidae
|
| Genus |
Heterotanais
Heterotanais
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