Aciculites lumbricalis [Aciculites lumbricalis]
Description
This species belongs to the Aciculites genus. It is characterized by its lumbricalis or 'worm-like' appearance. Aciculites lumbricalis is a deep-sea dweller that prefers colder waters. The species has bioluminescence capabilities and is known for its unique mating behavior where it forms large mating swarms.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
|
| Order |
Terebellida
Terebellida
|
| Family |
Flabelligeridae
Flabelligeridae
|
| Genus |
Aciculites
Aciculites
|