Australophialus melampygos [Australophialus melampygos]
Description
Divers may encounter this species as a small, delicate-looking invertebrate associated with the seafloor or reef habitats. Because it’s easy to overlook, it’s best found by slow, careful searching—where it blends into the textures of the habitat.
Where To See Australophialus melampygos
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Crustaceans
Crustacea
|
| Order |
Many crustaceans (a broad crustacean group)
Multicrustacea
|
| Family |
Barnacles
Thecostraca
|
| Genus |
Barnacles
Cirripedia
|
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