Euphyllopoda

/ˌjuːfɪˈlɒpədə/ noun

Definition

A class of small aquatic arthropods (related to crustaceans) characterized by having leaf-like limbs used for swimming and filter-feeding.

Etymology

From Greek 'eu-' (good/well), 'phyllon' (leaf), and 'pous/podos' (foot), literally meaning 'good leaf-foot,' referring to their distinctive paddle-like appendages.

Kelly Says

Euphyllopods are tiny creatures with names that sound like fantasy races—they're ancient arthropods that have remained virtually unchanged for 500 million years, living fossils with poetic names!

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