Okinawa spiny owl worm [Galathowenia oculata]
Description
Galathowenia oculata, commonly known as the Okinawa spiny owl worm, is a marine species found in the waters around Japan, specifically Okinawa. It has a distinctive appearance with a series of spines along its body, which are used as a form of protection against potential predators. This species inhabits the ocean floor, often burrowing into the sediment. It is primarily a detritivore, feeding on the organic material found within 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 |
Oweniids
Oweniidae
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| Genus |
Galathowenia
Galathowenia
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