cydippida
Definition
- Noun:
- A taxonomic order of ctenophores (comb jellies): Cydippida refers to an order of marine invertebrates characterized by having two long, branched (pinnate) tentacles used for capturing prey. These are typically spherical or oval, transparent animals.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The Cydippida are among the most common ctenophores found in plankton samples.
- Scientists studied the feeding mechanism of a Cydippida species.
- The two long, feathery tentacles are a defining feature of the Cydippida.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic context: The term is used formally in biological classification.
- The order Cydippida falls under the class Tentaculata.
Variants and Related Words
- Cydippid (adj/n): Relating to the order Cydippida; or an individual organism belonging to this order.
- The cydippid body plan is considered morphologically primitive.
- Cydippea: An alternative, less common name for the same taxonomic group.
Synonyms
- Cydippid ctenophores: A descriptive synonym.
- Tentaculate ctenophores (of order Cydippida): A more general term specifying the order.
Related Terms
- Ctenophore: The phylum to which Cydippida belongs; also called comb jellies.
- Tentacle: The long, flexible appendages characteristic of this order.
- Pinnate: Having parts arranged on either side of a central axis, like a feather; describes the structure of their tentacles.
Noun
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ctenophores having two long pinnate tentacles
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