North Sea Worm [Poecilochaetus helgolandicus]
Description
Poecilochaetus helgolandicus, known as the North Sea worm, is a marine worm species found in the North Sea region. It is characterized by its long, slender, and segmented body, which is covered with bristles. The worm is a detritus feeder, residing in the ocean's benthic zone where it consumes organic particles found in the sediment.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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| Order |
Canalipalpata
Canalipalpata
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| Family |
Poecilochaetids
Poecilochaetidae
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| Genus |
Poecilochaetus
Poecilochaetus
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