What is another word for salpidae?
Pronunciation: [sˈalpɪdˌiː] (IPA) 
Salpidae is a family of pelagic tunicates, also known as salps, that are found in all the oceans of the world. Synonyms for Salpidae include the scientific name Thaliacea and the common names sea walnuts, jelly barrels, and pyrosomes. These creatures are delicate and transparent, with a gelatinous body that allows them to float easily in the water. Salps are important in the oceanic food chain, as they consume large quantities of plankton and serve as a food source for other marine organisms. These animals are fascinating to observe and study, due to their unique structure and behavior in the ocean.
