Evadne tergestina Claus, 1864
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Family:  Polyphemidae ()
Max. size: 
Environment:  pelagic; marine
Distribution:  Indo-Pacific and Western Central Atlantic.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Species of Evadne are raptorial - their cylindrical limbs posses rigid claws which hold their prey. Little is known about their feeding habits. Some species may be herbivorous, others may feed intensely on microzooplankton (Ref. 108514).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
Threat to humans: 
Country info:  Seasonal during spring, summer, and autumn.

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