Cirratulid Worm [Cirratulus spectabilis]
Description
Cirratulus spectabilis is a marine polychaete worm that inhabits the ocean floor, particularly in sandy or muddy environments. This species has a long, cylindrical body with numerous tiny, hair-like cirri. Its color varies from brown to reddish-brown. It feeds on organic matter in the sediment and can reach a length of up to 20 cm.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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| Order |
Canalipalpata
Canalipalpata
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| Family |
Cirratulids
Cirratulidae
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| Genus |
Cirratulus
Cirratulus
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