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How was crustaceans copepods introduced to America?
They were always there. there are many copepod species found only in America so they probably didn't come from elsewhere.
What color are copepods?
They are usually brown/tan/yellow. For example, Eurytemora affinis (one species of marine copepod) has a brown tail and clear, yellow and brown body.However, there isn't one set answer unless you know what species of copepod you're looking at.
What is the scientific name of a copepod?
Copepods are a subclass of crustaceans called Copepoda in the class Maxillopoda. There are several orders, each with several genera, each with several species. Just to provide one example out of many species, there is a freshwater copepod found only in the US called Aglaodiaptomus kingsburyae. See http://www.answers.com/topic/copepoda-2?cat=technology
Is a copepod an insect?
No, a copepod is not an insect, it is a crustacean.
Is a copepods a consumer?
Yes, a copepod is a primary consumer. They are a group of tiny crustaceans, some species are planktonic and some are benthic.
What are copepods enemies?
Some common enemies of copepods include larger zooplankton, fish, jellyfish, and some marine invertebrates like sea anemones and corals. Additionally, various species of parasites and pathogens can also pose a threat to copepod populations.
Where does a copepod get its energy from?
the sun
What size is a copepod?
2mm
Is copepod a holoplankton?
Yes
Does copepod carry out photosynthesis?
no
What does a copepod do to a shark?
It gets eaten.
What has the author Brian P Bradley written?
Brian P. Bradley has written: 'Long-term biotoxicity of chlorine species to copepod populations' -- subject(s): Chlorine, Physiological effect, Copepoda, Effect of chemicals on, Water quality bioassay, Toxicology 'Adaptation of Copepod populations to thermal stress' -- subject(s): Copepoda
