Pygmy Sea Spider [Anoplodactylus pygmaeus]
Description
Anoplodactylus pygmaeus, also known as the pygmy sea spider, is a species of sea spider that resides in the Pacific Ocean, specifically in North America. They are notable for their small size and are found in the intertidal zone. They feed primarily on small invertebrates and have a unique body structure with elongated legs and a small body.
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
Phoxichilidiidae
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| Genus |
Anoplodactylus
Anoplodactylus
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