Split Feather Duster [Anamobaea orstedii]
Description
The Split Feather Duster, scientifically known as Anamobaea orstedii, is a marine worm species that belongs to the family Sabellidae. This species is characterized by its segmented, tubular body and its elaborate crown of feathery tentacles. It primarily inhabits the warm, tropical waters of the Atlantic Ocean, particularly around the Caribbean region. The Split Feather Duster uses its tentacles to filter food particles from the water, while its segmented body allows it to retreat into its tube when threatened.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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| Order |
Sabellida
Sabellida
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| Family |
Sabellids
Sabellidae
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| Genus |
Split Feather Duster
Potamilla
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