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Salentinellidae is a family of small marine crustaceans, also known as ostracods. They are found in various marine environments including deep-sea, polar, and shallow waters. Salentinellids have a carapace that covers their body and two pairs of antennae. They are filter feeders, using their antennae to capture planktonic prey. Some salentinellids exhibit bioluminescence, which they use for signaling and defense against predators. These tiny animals are important components of marine ecosystems and play significant roles in biogeochemical cycles.