Acartia tonsa is a species of copepods in the family Acartiidae. They are native to Pacific Ocean, Asia, Indian Ocean, Ethiopia, and Oceania continent (Australia, NZ and islands). They are nocturnal omnivores. Individuals can grow to 1.5 mm. They have parental care (female provides care). They rely on swimming and drag powered swimming to move around.
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