Little Hydra [Microhydra littoralis]
Description
Microhydra littoralis, or Little Hydra, is a species of hydra found along the coastlines of the Northern Atlantic Ocean. This species prefers brackish water and is often found in estuaries and tidal pools. The Little Hydra is a small predatory animal that captures prey with its tentacles. It is capable of both sexual and asexual reproduction. The species is notable for its resistance to pollution, making it an important indicator species in environmental studies.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Jellyfish, Sea Anemones, and Relatives
Cnidaria
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|---|---|
| Class |
Hydroids, Fire Corals, and Stinging Anemones
Hydrozoa
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| Order |
Limnomedusae
Limnomedusae
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| Family |
Freshwater Jellyfish
Olindiidae
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| Genus |
Microhydra
Microhydra
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