Callipallene brevirostris
(Johnston, 1837)
Long-necked Sea Spider
Callipallene brevirostris is a sea spider in the Callipallenidae, commonly known as the Long-necked Sea Spider. It was originally described as Pallene brevirostris by Johnston in 1837 and later transferred to the Callipallene. The species is known from European waters and has two recognized : C. b. brevirostris and C. b. producta.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Callipallene brevirostris: //ˌkælɪˈpælɪniː ˌbrɛvɪˈrɒstrɪs//
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Habitat
Marine; specific substrate or depth preferences are not documented in available sources.
Distribution
Europe. Distribution records in GBIF are sparse or unverified.
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Subspecies
Two are recognized: Callipallene brevirostris brevirostris (Johnston, 1837) and Callipallene brevirostris producta (G. O. Sars, 1888).