Hippolyte's Fireworm [Hippolyte pleuracanthus]
Description
The Hippolyte's Fireworm, scientifically known as Hippolyte pleuracanthus, is a marine species native to the Atlantic Ocean. This species is characterized by its elongated, segmented body with a fiery red coloration, hence the name. It typically inhabits rocky substrates and coral reefs, where it is known to burrow into the sediment. The Hippolyte's Fireworm exhibits a nocturnal behavior, hiding during the day and becoming active at night for feeding. Its diet is primarily composed of small invertebrates.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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| Order |
Aciculata
Aciculata
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| Family |
Fire Worms
Amphinomidae
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| Genus |
Hippolyte's Fireworm
Hippolyte
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