Unciola
Say, 1818
Unciola is a of amphipod crustaceans in the Unciolidae. These small marine are characterized by their laterally compressed bodies and segmented appendages typical of amphipods. The genus was established by Thomas Say in 1818 and contains found in marine coastal environments, particularly in the North Atlantic region.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Unciola: /ʊnˈkiːoʊlə/
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Habitat
Marine coastal environments, typically in shallow waters.
Distribution
North Atlantic region; recorded from Denmark (DK), Norway (NO), and Sweden (SE).