Bushy-branch worm [Pseudoamphitrite edwardsii]
Description
The Bushy-branch worm is a marine annelid worm that is typically found in the North Atlantic Ocean. They are known for their bushy branchiae (gill-like structures), hence the name. They exhibit sedentary behavior and primarily reside in tubes composed of mud and detritus on the seafloor. The species is recognized by its brownish-red body color and its elongated body shape, which can grow up to 80mm long.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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| Order |
Terebellida
Terebellida
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| Family |
Spaghetti Worms
Terebellidae
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| Genus |
Pseudoamphitrite
Pseudoamphitrite
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