Thread hydroid [Filellum serpens]
Description
Filellum serpens, commonly known as the Thread hydroid, is a species of hydroid cnidarians in the family Aglaopheniidae. It is found in marine environments, primarily in the Atlantic Ocean. This species is characterized by its elongated, thread-like branches which are densely covered with small hydranths. It commonly forms dense colonies on hard substrates. The species is also noted for its bioluminescence, emitting light when disturbed.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Jellyfish, Sea Anemones, and Relatives
Cnidaria
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|---|---|
| Class |
Hydroids, Fire Corals, and Stinging Anemones
Hydrozoa
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| Order |
Leptothecata
Leptothecata
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| Family |
Calyptoblastea
Lafoeidae
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| Genus |
Filellum
Filellum
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