desorpoida

Desorpoida is a proposed infraclass of crustaceans. This classification is not universally accepted by all scientists and remains a topic of ongoing research and debate within the field of carcinology. The group, as conceived, would encompass several orders of crustaceans, primarily within the Malacostraca, which includes the majority of known crustacean species. The proposed shared characteristics that would unite these diverse orders under the Desorpoida umbrella are largely based on morphological and genetic evidence, though interpretations of this data can vary.

The concept of Desorpoida arose from attempts to create a more robust evolutionary framework for crustaceans. Proponents suggest that certain key anatomical features, such as specific arrangements of appendages or internal structures, are indicative of a common ancestry for the included groups. However, the traditional classifications of crustaceans are complex and have undergone numerous revisions as new data becomes available. The validity and placement of Desorpoida within the crustacean tree of life are therefore subject to further investigation and consensus building among the scientific community. Future studies employing advanced molecular techniques and a broader range of fossil evidence may help to clarify the evolutionary relationships and the potential existence of this infraclass.