Tasmanian Cave Shrimp [Pseudocaridinella chiltoni]
Description
The Tasmanian Cave Shrimp is a species of shrimp that is found in the underground waters of Tasmania, Australia. This species has a translucent body that can reach up to 3cm in length. Adapted to life in the dark, it has reduced eyes and a long, slender body. They mostly feed on small particles in the water, such as dead organic matter and microorganisms.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
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|---|---|
| Class |
Crustaceans
Malacostraca
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| Order |
Anaspidaceans
Anaspidacea
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| Family |
Tasmanian Cave Shrimps
Koonungidae
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| Genus |
Tasmanian Cave Shrimp
Koonunga
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