Heartworm [Pherecardia striata]
Description
This species, commonly known as the Heartworm, is a polychaete worm that belongs to the family Terebellidae. It is found in the intertidal zone and is characterized by its long, slender, and segmented body. The worm is often found in muddy and sandy substrates, where it creates a tube to dwell in. The Heartworm feeds on organic matter and small organisms.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
|
| Order |
Eunicida
Eunicida
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| Family |
Fireworms
Amphinomidae
|
| Genus |
Pherecardia
Pherecardia
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