What is another word for Hydrozoa?
Pronunciation: [hˌa͡ɪdɹəzˈə͡ʊə] (IPA) 
Hydrozoa is a subphylum of the Cnidaria phylum, which includes animals like jellyfish and sea anemones. This subphylum comprises approximately 3,750 species and is characterized by the presence of hydrocladia, which are branching structures that produce polyps. The members of Hydrozoa exhibit a wide range of morphological and ecological diversity and can be found in various marine and freshwater habitats worldwide. Some of the synonyms used for the concept of Hydrozoa include Medusozoa, Hydrozoaria, Hydromedusae, and Anthomedusae. The use of synonyms helps taxonomists and researchers to communicate effectively and avoid confusion when discussing different groups of organisms.
