Augener's Sea Worm [Augeneria augeneri]
Description
Augeneria augeneri, commonly known as Augener's Sea Worm, is a marine species belonging to the family Polynoidae. It is a type of polychaete worm that is usually found in deep sea environments. The species has a distinctive elongated body with numerous segments, each bearing a pair of parapodia or 'feet'. The body color varies from pale yellow to brownish-red. The species is known for its adaptation to the deep sea environment and is scavenger by nature, feeding on detritus and other organic matter.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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| Order |
Canalipalpata
Canalipalpata
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| Family |
Lumbrinerids
Lumbrineridae
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| Genus |
Augeneria
Augeneria
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