Tarracoblabe [Tarracoblabe]

Tarracoblabe
Description

Tarracoblabe is a genus of polychaete worms in the Alciopidae family, distinct for their flattened body shape and the presence of lateral flaps which may aid in swimming. These worms occupy pelagic zones, demonstrating active swimming behaviors that help in predation and avoidance of predators. Tarracoblabe species exhibit unique morphological features that distinguish them from other genera within the Alciopidae family, making them a subject of interest in morphological and taxonomic studies.

Species
Blue Tarracoblabe
Blue Tarracoblabe [Tarracoblabe caerulea]
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Striped Tarracoblabe
Striped Tarracoblabe [Tarracoblabe lineata]
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Spotted Tarracoblabe
Spotted Tarracoblabe [Tarracoblabe maculata]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Segmented Worms
Annelida
Class Polychaetes
Polychaeta
Order Phyllodocida
Phyllodocida
Family Alciopids
Alciopidae
Statistics
  • Species 3