Hairy Sea Spider [Achelia sawayai]
Description
The Hairy Sea Spider, scientifically known as Achelia sawayai, is a marine species found in the Pacific Ocean, particularly around Japan. The species is known for its distinctive 'hairy' appearance caused by numerous fine setae covering its body. It is a small, slow-moving creature that feeds on small invertebrates.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Sea Spiders
Pycnogonida
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| Order |
Pantopoda
Pantopoda
|
| Family |
Sea Spiders
Ammotheidae
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| Genus |
Achelia
Achelia
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