Collared Parchment Tube Worm [Lysippe collaris]
Description
This species is a type of tube worm known for creating a tube out of parchment-like material. Lysippe collaris inhabits sandy and muddy substrates in coastal waters, constructing its tube home within these substrates. This species is sedentary and feeds by extending its crown of tentacles into the water to capture passing food particles. The 'collar' in its name refers to the collar-like structure at the base of its tentacles, which is a distinguishing feature of this species.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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| Order |
Terebellida
Terebellida
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| Family |
Ampharetidae
Ampharetidae
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| Genus |
Lysippe
Lysippe
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