Ceratocephale [Ceratocephale]

Ceratocephale
Description

Ceratocephale is a genus within the Nereididae family, known for its distinctive cephalic (head) structure. Species in this genus are characterized by their elongated bodies, prominent head with specialized sensory structures, and a pair of large, paddle-like parapodia on most segments. These worms are benthic, usually inhabiting soft sediments in marine environments where they feed on detritus and small organisms.

Species
Mediterranean Soldier Crab
Mediterranean Soldier Crab [Ceratocephale mediterraneum]
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Atlantic Soldier Crab
Atlantic Soldier Crab [Ceratocephale atlanticum]
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Pacific Soldier Crab
Pacific Soldier Crab [Ceratocephale pacificum]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Segmented Worms
Annelida
Class Polychaetes
Polychaeta
Order Aciculata
Aciculata
Family Nereids
Nereididae
Statistics
  • Species 3