Enigmatic Copepod [Bielzia coerulans]
Description
Bielzia coerulans, commonly known as the Enigmatic Copepod, is a species of copepod that inhabits marine environments. This species is known for its vibrant blue coloration, which is where it derives its Latin name 'coerulans', meaning 'blue'. They are generally small and have a teardrop-shaped body, like most copepods. The Enigmatic Copepod is a free-swimming species that primarily dwells in the open ocean. It feeds on phytoplankton and small, particulate organic matter. They are also a crucial part of the marine food chain, serving as prey for a variety of larger marine species.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Gastropods
Gastropoda
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| Order |
Aglajoid
Aglajoid
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| Family |
Aglajids
Aglajidae
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| Genus |
Bielzia
Bielzia
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