California Serpulid [Apomatus california]
Description
The California Serpulid, or Apomatus california, is a marine worm species endemic to the coasts of California. It creates calcareous tubes on various substrates. Known for its reclusive behavior, it typically retreats into its tube when disturbed. It is in the family Serpulidae, characterized by their feathery crown used for filter feeding.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
|
| Order |
Sabellida
Sabellida
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| Family |
Fabriciids
Fabriciidae
|
| Genus |
Apomatus
Apomatus
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