Nanobathyalciopa andeepi [Nanobathyalciopa andeepi]
Description
Nanobathyalciopa andeepi is a marine species that is specifically found in the deep sea. It belongs to the family of Diosaccidae. It has a cylindrical shape and is predominantly transparent with a slight bluish hue. Like other species from the genus Nanobathyalciopa, it is a small-sized copepod. It is distinguished by its long and slender body with a rostrum and a pair of large eyes. The species is known for its robust swimming ability, thanks to the large, muscular first pair of thoracic legs. Its habitat is mainly the deep sea, particularly in the Antarctic Ocean.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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| Order |
Phyllodocida
Phyllodocida
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| Family |
Alciopids
Alciopidae
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| Genus |
Nanobathyalciopa
Nanobathyalciopa
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