Leptoecia vivipara [Leptoecia vivipara]
Description
This species is notable for its reproductive strategy, which helps it persist in challenging deep-sea conditions. Underwater, divers are unlikely to encounter it on typical recreational dives, but when deep-water visibility and access align, you may observe small, quiet fish that move with minimal disturbance, blending into the dim environment.
Where To See Leptoecia vivipara
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Annelids
Annelida
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Bristle Worms
Polychaeta
|
| Order |
Errant bristle worms
Errantia
|
| Family |
Eunicid Worms (Reef & Burrowing Polychaetes)
Eunicida
|
| Genus |
Beachworms
Onuphidae
|
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