Notopygos [Notopygos]

Description

Notopygos genus encompasses a group of marine polychaete worms that are distinguished by their ornate, leaf-like appendages, which are used for respiration and possibly for camouflage. These worms are found in sandy or muddy substrates, where they burrow to avoid predators. Notopygos species are notable for their unique reproductive strategies and complex life cycles.

Species

Multi-branch Parchment Worm [Notopygos multinotata]

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Red Parchment Worm [Notopygos rubrovenosa]