noun a taxonomic order of crustaceans known as barnacles that have a soft body enclosed in a shell made of plates
Acrothoracica barnacles are known for their unique parasitic lifestyle and adaptations.
Acrothoracica is a superorder of barnacles that are parasitic on other marine organisms.
Acrothoracica barnacles are studied in the field of parasitology for their specialized adaptations to parasitic life.
Acrothoracica is a taxonomic group within the class Maxillopoda, characterized by their parasitic habits.
Acrothoracica may be mentioned in scientific articles or books discussing marine biology or crustaceans.
Marine biologists may study acrothoracica as a group of parasitic crustaceans and their impact on marine ecosystems.
Researchers studying crustaceans may include acrothoracica in their investigations of biodiversity and evolution.