Hawaiian Ghostshrimp [Imogine hawaiiensis]
Description
The Hawaiian Ghostshrimp, or Imogine hawaiiensis, is a marine crustacean endemic to the Hawaiian Islands. It is found at depths ranging from the intertidal zone to about 40 meters. Like other species in the genus, it is a burrower, creating complex networks in sandy or muddy substrates. It is nocturnal, feeding on detritus and small invertebrates. The body coloration is usually pale or transparent, making it difficult to spot.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Flatworms
Platyhelminthes
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|---|---|
| Class |
Turbellaria
Turbellaria
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| Order |
Polycladida
Polycladida
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| Family |
Cotylean polyclads
Cotylea
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| Genus |
Imogine
Imogine
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