Amphipods or Scuds – What you need to know
Did you know that these small, shrimp-like crustaceans, known as amphipods or scuds, make up over 7,000 species worldwide and play a vital role in aquatic ecosystems? These bottom-dwelling organisms are found in diverse habitats, from freshwater streams and lakes to the depths of the ocean, and their unique “sideswimming” behavior is a sight to…
