Phyllopoda
Phyllopoda is a subclass of crustaceans belonging to the branch Crustacea. The name Phyllopoda is derived from the Greek words phyllon, meaning leaf, and podos, meaning foot. This refers to the leaf-like appendages that many members of this group possess and use for respiration and locomotion. Phyllopods are primarily found in freshwater environments, although some species inhabit brackish or marine waters.
The subclass Phyllopoda is characterized by its flattened, leaf-like appendages. These appendages are used for filter
This subclass is divided into several orders, including the Anostraca (fairy shrimp), Notostraca (tadpole shrimp), Spinicaudata
Phyllopods play an important role in aquatic ecosystems as a food source for many other organisms, including