Ameiropsis ameiropsis [Ameiropsis ameiropsis]
Description
Ameiropsis ameiropsis is a marine species belonging to the family Polynoidae. This species is a type of marine bristle worm typically found in the waters around Japan. They are characterized by their elongated, segmented bodies and two pairs of eyes. They are primarily nocturnal, hiding during the day and coming out at night to feed on detritus and small organisms.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
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|---|---|
| Class |
Copepods
Copepoda
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| Order |
Harpacticoida
Harpacticoida
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| Family |
Ameiridae
Ameiridae
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| Genus |
Ameiropsis
Ameiropsis
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