Chirocephalidae is a animal family in the Animalia kingdom, order Anostraca, class Branchiopoda. The family contains 6 accepted species worldwide.
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Chirocephalidae animals belong to the Anostraca order in the Animalia kingdom. The body widens toward the head, which has a distinct mandibular groove. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.
Chirocephalidae is classified in the order Anostraca, class Branchiopoda, phylum Arthropoda. Males and females can be distinguished by a set of sexually dimorphic traits.
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