Capistrum sorberae n. g., n. sp., copepod parasite of an abyssal tunicate from the class Sorberacea

Capistrum sorberae n. g., n. sp., is the first endoparsitic copepod found inside a tunicate (Gasteracidia lyra ) belonging to the class Sorberacea (abyssal tunicates). This genus is characterized by the absence of setae and digestive tract, and by the presence of small male individuals located aroun...

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Published in:Crustaceana 1985-01, Vol.48 (1)
Main Author: Monniot, C
Format: Article
Language:fre
Subjects:
Copepoda
Marine
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Summary:Capistrum sorberae n. g., n. sp., is the first endoparsitic copepod found inside a tunicate (Gasteracidia lyra ) belonging to the class Sorberacea (abyssal tunicates). This genus is characterized by the absence of setae and digestive tract, and by the presence of small male individuals located around the genital pores of the female.
ISSN:0011-216X