Amphidiscophora atlantica [Amphidiscophora atlantica]
Description
Amphidiscophora atlantica is a marine species of the Polychaeta class. It is found in the Atlantic Ocean, usually in deep, cold waters. The species is characterized by its elongated body with distinct segments, each with parapodia for movement and respiration. It is a benthic species, living on the seafloor, and is known to feed on detritus and small organisms in the sediment.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
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|---|---|
| Class |
Hexactinellida
Hexactinellida
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| Order |
Amphidiscosida
Amphidiscosida
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| Family |
Hexactinellid Sponges
Amphidiscosida
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| Genus |
Amphidiscophora
Amphidiscophora
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