Ghost Fleas: Tiny See Through Cyclopses

The video explores Lepto Dora, a genus of water flea known as ghost fleas due to their transparent bodies. It discusses their relation to Daphnia, their unique eye structure, and their tactile hunting methods. Lepto Dora use a trap basket formed by their thoracic legs to capture prey. They reproduce mainly through parthenogenesis, with males appearing seasonally for sexual reproduction. The video concludes by highlighting the lifecycle and ecological role of these fascinating creatures.

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