Ijimaiella vossi [Ijimaiella vossi]
Description
Ijimaiella vossi is a species of marine worm belonging to the family Polynoidae. This species is known to inhabit the deep sea, specifically in areas around Japan. Ijimaiella vossi is characterized by its distinct elongated body with numerous segments and a pair of unique, paddle-like appendages known as parapodia on each segment. The worm's coloration is typically dark, which aids in camouflage in its deep-sea environment. This species is thought to be a detritivore, feeding on organic particles found in the sediment.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
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|---|---|
| Class |
Hexactinellida
Hexactinellida
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| Order |
Lyssacinosida
Lyssacinosida
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| Family |
Euplectellidae
Euplectellidae
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| Genus |
Ijimaiella
Ijimaiella
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