Armored Bristle Worm [Dipolydora armata]
Description
Dipolydora armata is a marine polychaete worm that is recognized by its sculptured, plate-like structures on its body. It inhabits sandy and muddy benthic environments and is found in both shallow and deep waters. This species is known for its burrowing behavior and its ability to form tubes in hard substrates.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
|
| Order |
Canalipalpata
Canalipalpata
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| Family |
Spionids
Spionidae
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| Genus |
Dipolydora
Dipolydora
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