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Hyalella azteca (Amphipods, HAZT.00-mixed) (Hazt_2.0.2) ▼

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About Hyalella azteca

Hyalella azteca is a widespread and abundant species complex of amphipod crustacean in North America. It reaches 3–8 mm (0.12–0.31 in) long, and is found in a range of fresh and brackish waters. It feeds on algae and diatoms and is a major food of waterfowl.

Picture credit: Public domain via Wikimedia Commons (Image source) Taxonomy ID 294128

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Taxonomy ID 294128

Data source Baylor College of Medicine

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Genome assembly: Hazt_2.0.2

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