Wierzejski Copepod [Arctodiaptomus wierzejskii]
Description
The Wierzejski Copepod is a freshwater species found in Eastern Europe. It is small, about 1-2 mm in length, and has a translucent body. This species is notable for its ability to survive in environments with a wide range of temperatures and salinities, including temporary ponds that dry up periodically.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Copepods
Copepoda
|
| Order |
Calanoida
Calanoida
|
| Family |
Diaptomidae
Diaptomidae
|
| Genus |
Arctodiaptomus
Arctodiaptomus
|