In this article we will discuss about the structure of Goose Barnacle (Lepas) with the help of a diagram.1. It is commonly known as "goose barnacle" and are marine crustaceans found attached to floating wood pieces, boats and ships. 2. Body comprises of capitulum and a small stalk or pedicel. 3. 'The capitulum is enclosed in a bivalved carapace, which [...]
In this article we will discuss about the structure of Hermit Crab (Eupagurus) with the help of a diagram.1. It is commonly known as "hermit crab" and is found living in snail's shells along sea shores. 2. Body is elongated, asymmetrical and is comprised of cephalothorax and abdomen. 3. Cephalothorax is conical and is covered by a hard carapace. 4. [...]
In this article we will discuss about the structure of Sea Slug with the help of a diagram. 1. Commonly called “sea slug” or "sea hare" and is an herbivore mollusc. 2. Body brightly coloured, soft and flashy and tapers behind into a tail. 3. Head bears a pair of small sensory and ear-like oral tentacles, retractile rhinophores and a [...]