Aciculites worm [Aciculites sp.]
Description
This is a marine species belonging to the genus Aciculites. It is a type of worm that is found in the ocean. These species are quite small and are typically found in deep sea environments. They are characterized by their elongated bodies, which are covered in tiny spines or 'aciculae'. The Aciculites worms are detritivores, feeding on dead organic material that falls to the seafloor. Their main distinguishing feature is their aciculae, which is a unique adaptation for living in the deep sea, as it provides protection against predators and aids in locomotion.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Demospongiae
Demospongiae
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| Order |
Poecilosclerida
Poecilosclerida
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| Family |
Tedaniidae
Tedaniidae
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| Genus |
Aciculites
Aciculites
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