Notomastus latericeus [Notomastus latericeus]
Description
Notomastus latericeus is a species of annelid in the family Capitellidae. This benthic marine worm is found in a range of habitats, from the intertidal zone to the abyssal depths, in both sedimentary and rocky areas. It is characterized by a thick, cylindrical body that is often reddish or brown in color. It is a deposit feeder, consuming organic material from the sediment.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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| Order |
Capitellida
Capitellida
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| Family |
Capitellids
Capitellidae
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| Genus |
Notomastus
Notomastus
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