Mediterranean Paratisbe [Paratisbe mediterranea]
Description
The Mediterranean Paratisbe is a marine crustacean species found primarily in the Mediterranean Sea. It is known for its small size, usually not exceeding 2 cm in length. The species inhabits the sandy and rocky bottoms of coastal waters, where it feeds on organic detritus. It has a distinct reddish-brown color, a pair of large antennae, and a segmented body structure.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
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|---|---|
| Class |
Copepods
Copepoda
|
| Order |
Harpacticoida
Harpacticoida
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| Family |
Tisbidae
Tisbidae
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| Genus |
Paratisbe
Paratisbe
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