Axiidae
- Pronunciation
- /AX-ih-dee/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Axiidae
- Plural
- Axiidae
Definition
A family of mud shrimp in the infraorder Axiidea. Members of the Axiidae family are typically found in marine environments and are known for their burrowing behavior.
Etymology
Example
Members of the Axiidae family are fascinating for their burrowing behavior in marine sediments.
Related Terms
- Axiidea
- Mud shrimp
- Burrowing
- Marine