Mediterranean Trunk Worm [Terebellides mediterraneus]
Description
Terebellides mediterraneus, commonly known as the Mediterranean Trunk Worm, is a marine polychaete worm primarily found in the Mediterranean Sea. It inhabits soft substrates at depths ranging from shallow subtidal zones to 200 meters. This species has a segmented body with numerous small, paddle-like appendages or parapodia on each segment. The coloration varies from pale yellow to dark brown.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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| Order |
Canalipalpata
Canalipalpata
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| Family |
Trichobranchids
Trichobranchidae
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| Genus |
Terebellides
Terebellides
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