''Merulanella'' is a
genus of
isopods within the family
Armadillidae
Armadillidae is a family of woodlice (Oniscidea; terrestrial crustaceans), comprising around 80 genera and 700 species. It is the largest family of Oniscidea, and one of the most species-rich families of the entire Isopoda. Armadillids genera ...
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First described in 1895, currently, there are at least seven described species of Merulanella:
This genus of Isopods is becoming popular as pets in the Isopod and exotic pet keeping hobby, particularly for the intense coloration displayed by multiple species. Many of these species are currently not identified; cultures such as the "Ember Bee" can be seen denoted simply as ''Merulanella'' sp. by hobbyists and vendors, indicating the scientific identification is unknown.
Species
References
Isopoda
Taxa described in 1895
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