Transparent apocuma [Apocuma transparentia]
Description
The Transparent apocuma is another species of sea cucumber within the Apocuma genus, recognized for its transparent body that allows it to blend in with its surroundings. This species is found in the Pacific Ocean, often dwelling near coral reefs. The Transparent apocuma feeds primarily on plankton and small organic particles, contributing to the ecosystem by recycling nutrients.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Crustaceans
Malacostraca
|
| Order |
Cumaceans
Cumacea
|
| Family |
Bodotriidae
Bodotriidae
|
| Genus |
Apocuma
Apocuma
|