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Copepoda  

Type

  • Topical Descriptor

Broader concept

Entry terms

  • Copepod
  • Copepods

Scope note

  • A huge subclass of mostly marine CRUSTACEA, containing over 14,000 species. The 10 orders comprise both planktonic and benthic organisms, and include both free-living and parasitic forms. Planktonic copepods form the principle link between PHYTOPLANKTON and the higher trophic levels of the marine food chains.

History note

  • 2003

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http://www.yso.fi/onto/mesh/D033342

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