Adriatic Josephella [Josephella adriatica]
Description
The Adriatic Josephella is another species of marine amphipod crustaceans in the genus Josephella. It is native to the Adriatic Sea. Like its Mediterranean cousin, it is a benthic organism, preferring to live at the bottom of the sea. Its elongated body is a distinguishing feature, and it is often found in marine caves or under rocks.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
|
| Order |
Terebellida
Terebellida
|
| Family |
Feather Duster Worms
Serpulidae
|
| Genus |
Josephella
Josephella
|