Where do cypris live?

Cypris, a genus of small crustaceans in the class Ostracoda, primarily inhabit aquatic environments. They can be found in both freshwater and marine ecosystems, including lakes, ponds, rivers, and oceans. These tiny organisms often dwell in sediment or among aquatic vegetation, where they play a role in the ecosystem as both scavengers and prey for larger animals. Their distribution is widespread, found in various habitats around the world.