Water hog lice/slaters

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in marine, freshwater, and terrestrial environments.

Found across Europe (6 countries).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇷 France

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (artrópodos)

Class

Malacostraca (Crustaceans)

Order

Isopoda (Isopoda)

Family

Asellidae

Genus

Asellus

Species

Asellus aquaticus (Water hog lice/slaters)

Names in Other Languages

German Wasserassel

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Water hog lice/slaters?

The scientific name of Water hog lice/slaters is Asellus aquaticus. It belongs to the genus Asellus.

Where does Water hog lice/slaters live?

Water hog lice/slaters is found in Found across Europe (6 countries).. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, France, Norway, Portugal, Sweden.

What family does Water hog lice/slaters belong to?

Water hog lice/slaters (Asellus aquaticus) belongs to the genus Asellus, which is part of the taxonomic family Asellidae.

What kingdom does Water hog lice/slaters belong to?

Water hog lice/slaters (Asellus aquaticus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).