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Tardigrades: Chubby, Misunderstood, & Not Immortal
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Chapter:
Tardigrades
(Water Bears / Moss Piglets)
Synapomorphies
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What makes a tardigrade a tardigrade?
Resources
Chapter: Tardigrades
Background Information
Total discovered species:
Distribution:
Commonly Associated Terms
tardigrada
Evolutionary History & Adaptation
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Conservation and Threats
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Additional Resources
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Chapter 5 - Tardigrades by Dr. Janice M. Glime
(Michigan Technological University; Open Ed Resources)
Chapter Advisors and Contributors

John Doe
PhD Entomology
Lead Researcher at Bugtopia

James Doe
MSc Insect Pest Management
Termite Specialist

Ann Doe
MSc Aquatic Entomology
Entomologist at BugTech