Tanaopsis simplex [Tanaopsis simplex]
Description
Found in the Pacific Ocean, Tanaopsis simplex is a marine isopod known for its simple and unornamented body structure. Unlike other species, it lacks any significant dorsal elevations. This species is also benthic, living on the ocean floor where it feeds on organic detritus. Its role in the marine ecosystem is significant, contributing to the recycling of organic material.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Crustaceans
Malacostraca
|
| Order |
Tanaids
Tanaidacea
|
| Family |
Apseudomorph Tanaids
Apseudidae
|
| Genus |
Tanaopsis
Tanaopsis
|