schizopods
/ˈskɪzəˌpɑdz/
noun
- Plural form of schizopod; small marine crustaceans with a body divided into two main parts, such as shrimp or krill.
- Schizopods are an important food source for many fish.
- The aquarium had a tank full of tiny schizopods swimming in circles.
- Scientists collected schizopods from the deep ocean to study their behavior.