Paraporcellidium species [Paraporcellidium sibogae]
Description
Paraporcellidium sibogae, a marine species belonging to the genus Paraporcellidium, is a small marine worm found in sandy sediments at depths of up to 4000 meters. They are detritivores and feed on organic material within the sediment. They are characterized by their elongated, segmented bodies and small size, often less than 1 cm in length. These creatures play a significant role in benthic ecosystems by participating in the breakdown and recycling of organic material.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
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|---|---|
| Class |
Copepods
Copepoda
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| Order |
Harpacticoida
Harpacticoida
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| Family |
Porcellidiidae
Porcellidiidae
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| Genus |
Paraporcellidium
Paraporcellidium
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