notostraca

• Существительное, обозначающее мелких пресноводных ракообразных, характеризующихся щитовидным панцирем.

A noun referring to small freshwater crustaceans characterized by a shield-shaped carapace.

proper noun

1. Small freshwater crustaceansC2formalscientific

   An order of small, branchiopod crustaceans that inhabit temporary freshwater pools and have a shield-shaped carapace covering the head and thorax.

   Мелкие пресноводные ракообразные

   • Notostraca are often found in vernal pools after heavy rains.
   • The shield-shaped carapace of Notostraca protects their delicate body parts.
   • Scientists study Notostraca to understand adaptations to extreme environments.

   Synonymstadpole shrimp