Nile diaptomid [Tropodiaptomus niloticus]
Description
The Nile diaptomid, or Tropodiaptomus niloticus, is a species of copepod found in the Nile River and other freshwater bodies in Africa. They are small crustaceans, typically about 2-3mm in length, with a transparent body. They are an important part of the aquatic food chain, consuming phytoplankton and serving as a food source for larger aquatic organisms.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Copepods
Copepoda
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| Order |
Calanoida
Calanoida
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| Family |
Diaptomidae
Diaptomidae
|
| Genus |
Tropodiaptomus
Tropodiaptomus
|