Schizopodid sand tanaid [Parakalliapseudes schizopodus]
Description
The Schizopodid sand tanaid is a marine species that belongs to the Tanaidacea order. It is primarily found in the Atlantic Ocean. The species is characterized by its small size, usually not exceeding 2 centimeters in length. It has a narrow, elongated body and is predominantly brown in color. It is a benthic organism, meaning it resides at the bottom of the ocean. The species is known to burrow in the sand, which is a significant behavior for protection and hunting. It feeds mainly on detritus and small organisms.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
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|---|---|
| Class |
Crustaceans
Malacostraca
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| Order |
Tanaids
Tanaidacea
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| Family |
Deep Sea Tanaids
Kalliapseudidae
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| Genus |
Parakalliapseudes
Parakalliapseudes
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