Sphaeroma

Classification

Phylum: Arthropoda
Subphylum: Crustacea
Class: Malacostraca
Superorder: Peracarida
Order: Isopoda
Suborder: Sphaeromatidea
Superfamily: Sphaeromatoidea
Family: Sphaeromatidae
Genus: Sphaeroma

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Sphaeroma: //sfɛəˈroʊmə//

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Summary

Sphaeroma is a genus of aquatic isopod crustaceans belonging to the family Sphaeromatidae, notable for their serrated uropod exopods.

Physical Characteristics

Most species in the genus Sphaeroma have serrated uropod exopods, except for Sphaeroma papillae which has rounded margins on its uropod exopods.

Identification Tips

Look for serrated uropod exopods to distinguish Sphaeroma from other genera in the same suborder, noting the exception of Sphaeroma papillae with rounded margins.

Habitat

Aquatic environments, including both marine and freshwater habitats.