Long-nosed Sea Spider [Propallene longiceps]
Description
The Long-nosed Sea Spider is a species of sea spider native to the waters of the Atlantic Ocean. It is characterized by its long, slender body and elongated head. It measures about 2-3mm in size. The species dwells in the deep sea, often found on sponges, soft corals, and other invertebrates on which it preys. It has a unique feeding behavior, sucking nutrients from its prey using its proboscis.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
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|---|---|
| Class |
Sea Spiders
Pycnogonida
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| Order |
Pantopoda
Pantopoda
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| Family |
Sea Spiders
Callipallenidae
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| Genus |
Propallene
Propallene
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