Idotea phosphorea

Harger in Verrill, Smith & Harger, 1873

Idotea phosphorea is a marine isopod crustacean described in 1873. It belongs to the Idoteidae, a group of flattened, herbivorous or detritivorous isopods commonly known as 'sea slaters' or 'kelp isopods.' The occurs along the Atlantic coast of North America.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Idotea phosphorea: /ˌɪdəˈtiːə fɒsˈfɔːriə/

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Distribution

Atlantic coast of North America.

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Taxonomic Authority

The was described by Harger in Verrill, Smith & Harger, 1873.

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