Trigonus Nannocalanus [Nannocalanus trigonus]
Description
The Nannocalanus trigonus is a species of copepod that is recognized by its triangular body shape, hence the name 'trigonus'. They are predominantly found in the Arctic Ocean. The females of this species are known to have large, triangular thecae which are used for carrying eggs. These copepods are typically less than 1.5 mm in length and their diet consists mainly of phytoplankton.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Copepods
Copepoda
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| Order |
Calanoida
Calanoida
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| Family |
Calanidae
Calanidae
|
| Genus |
Nannocalanus
Nannocalanus
|