Pherusa plumosa [Pherusa plumosa]

Description
Pherusa plumosa is a species of marine polychaete worms belonging to the family Pilargidae. It can be found in various marine environments, particularly in sandy or muddy substrates. Its body is elongated and worm-like, characterized by numerous parapodia, or leg-like structures, each bearing plumose (feathery) bristles.
Taxonomy
Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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Order |
Canalipalpata
Canalipalpata
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Family |
Flabelligerids
Flabelligeridae
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Genus |
Pherusa
Pherusa
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