endoprocta

• Taxonomische Gruppe, die manchmal als Untergruppe der Moostierchen (Bryozoa) betrachtet wird.

A taxonomic group sometimes considered a subphylum of Bryozoa.

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1. A group of aquatic invertebratesC2formalscientific

   A phylum or subphylum of small, sessile, aquatic animals, sometimes considered part of Bryozoa, characterized by a lophophore for feeding.

   Entoprocta

   • Endoprocta are often found in marine environments, attached to surfaces.
   • Scientists debate whether Endoprocta should be classified as a separate phylum.
   • The lophophore of Endoprocta is used to filter food particles from the water.

   Synonymeentoprocta