Shallow Water Tanaid [Zeuxo normani]
Description
Zeuxo normani is a species of Tanaidaceae. It is primarily found in shallow marine environments and is characterized by its small size and elongated body. The species displays a benthic lifestyle, primarily inhabiting sandy and muddy substrates. Distinguishing features include a pair of cheliped-like maxillipeds and a uniramous pleopod.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Crustaceans
Malacostraca
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| Order |
Tanaids
Tanaidacea
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| Family |
Parapseudid Tanaids
Parapseudidae
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| Genus |
Shallow Water Tanaid
Fageapseudes
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