Short-nosed Sea Spider [Propallene brevirostris]
Description
The Short-nosed Sea Spider is a marine species found in the waters of the Pacific Ocean, notably around Japan. It is smaller than its long-nosed relative, measuring about 1-2mm in size. This species is known for its pale, almost transparent body and short proboscis, hence the name. It inhabits areas with soft substrates, where it feeds on small invertebrates.
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
Callipallenidae
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| Genus |
Propallene
Propallene
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