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New species of Ampithoe Leach, 1814 from Todos-os-Santos Bay, Bahia State, Brazil.
- Source :
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Journal of Natural History . Dec2023, Vol. 57 Issue 45-48, p2006-2027. 22p. - Publication Year :
- 2023
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Abstract
- Ampithoe is one of the most diverse genera of Ampithoidae, commonly found in shallow waters associated with algae. This genus is distinguished by the absence of antenna 1 accessory flagellum, pereopods 5–7 not prehensile and uropod 1 spur absent. From Brazil, only four species are hitherto known, which are A. thaix, A. robustimana, A. ramondi and A. marcuzzii. In the present study, we describe a new species of Ampithoe from Todos-os-Santos Bay, Northeastern Brazil, found associated with the sponge Clathria. The new species is unique by showing mandibular palp thin and reduced, male gnathopod 1 propodus palm very short and setose, male gnathopod 2 propodus palm acute, with a tooth near hinge of dactylus. A taxonomic key to Ampithoe of the world is provided. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
- Subjects :
- *WATER depth
*PALMS
*SPECIES
*ANTENNAS (Electronics)
*FLAGELLA (Microbiology)
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 00222933
- Volume :
- 57
- Issue :
- 45-48
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Journal of Natural History
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 174662175
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1080/00222933.2023.2281030