Arctic Cirratulus [Cirratulus arcticus]
Description
The Arctic Cirratulus is a marine worm species found in the Arctic Ocean. This species is adapted to the cold conditions of its habitat, and its coloration is typically darker than other Cirratulus species, ranging from dark red to brown. The Arctic Cirratulus is a burrowing species that feeds on detritus and small organisms.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
|
| Order |
Scolecida
Scolecida
|
| Family |
Cirratulids
Cirratulidae
|
| Genus |
Cirratulus
Cirratulus
|