bopyridae

/bəˈpɪrɪdeɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

a family of parasitic isopods that are crustaceans and are typically found on marine animals

“The bopyridae family is known for its unique parasitic relationship with marine crustaceans.”

Synonyms

  • crustacean parasites
  • parasitic isopods

Antonyms

  • free-living isopods
  • non-parasitic crustaceans