copepoda

• Classe taxonômica de crustáceos microscópicos, frequentemente planctônicos ou parasitas, que vivem em ambientes marinhos e de água doce.

A taxonomic class of minute, often planktonic or parasitic crustaceans found in marine and freshwater habitats.

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1. Minute crustaceansC2formalscientific

   A large group of small, often microscopic, aquatic crustaceans that are a major component of plankton and can also be parasitic.

   Crustáceos microscópicos

   • Copepods are a primary food source for many fish and whales.
   • Scientists study copepod populations to monitor ocean health.
   • Some species of copepods are parasitic on fish.