👉 Aspidopholids are a group of small, microscopic animals that belong to the order Aspidomorpha in the phylum Chordata (vertebrates) and have been known for their unique appearance, as they are often found in the tissues of many different plant species. They are characterized by their large eyes, which can be up to 30 times larger than those on the human eye, and a small, elongated body structure that is covered in scales or bony plates