Pacific spiral worm [Dexiospira pacifica]
Description
The Pacific spiral worm is a species of polychaete worm that inhabits the Pacific Ocean. It is known for its unique spiral body shape and its ability to burrow into the seafloor to find food.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
|
| Order |
Terebellida
Terebellida
|
| Family |
Feather Duster Worms
Serpulidae
|
| Genus |
Dexiospira
Dexiospira
|