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Scientific Name: Temora longicornis (Müller O.F., 1785)
Zooplankton : Temora longicornis

Photo: Aleksandr Novikov (iNaturalist)

Classification:
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Arthropoda
Class: Copepoda
Order: Calanoida
Family: Temoridae
Description:
The organism has a compact, cylindrical body that is segmented. Its trunk is partitioned into nine segments. The antennae are segmented and feature a sturdy terminal spine. The front portion of the cephalosome is broad and may include two rostral filaments. The urosome typically consists of 3-4 somites. Additionally, the caudal rami are elongated.
Habitat & Distribution in Bangladesh:
Commonly found in the rivers of Bangladesh.
Environment:
Freshwater, Marine
Main References:

Bhuyan MS, Sharif MAS, Islam MM, Mojumder IA, Das M, Islam SM (2020) Fresh/river water zooplankton in Bangladesh: a critical review. Environmental Analysis & Ecology Studies, 7(2), 000658

Other References:

iNaturalist (2008) Temora longicornis. https://www.inaturalist.org. Accessed 29 February 2024.

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