How to Identify Cirolanidae
Cirolanidae is a animal family in the Animalia kingdom, order Isopoda, class Malacostraca. The family contains 3 accepted species worldwide.
Representative Cirolanidae Species
Cirolana harfordi (Lockington, 1877)
Cirolana harfordi (Lockington, 1877)
Cirolana harfordi is an isopod that is both scavenger and predator, with a two-y…
Excirolana chiltoni (Richardson, 1905)
Excirolana chiltoni (Richardson, 1905)
Excirolana chiltoni, the sand piranha, is a burrowing Pacific shore isopod that …
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you identify Cirolanidae?
Cirolanidae animals belong to the Isopoda order in the Animalia kingdom. Browse the 3 species gallery above for visual identification references. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.
What are the key characteristics of Cirolanidae?
Cirolanidae is classified in the order Isopoda, class Malacostraca, phylum Arthropoda. The family contains 3 accepted species worldwide.
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