Autolytine worm [Proceraea picta]
Description
Proceraea picta, also known as the Autolytine worm, is a marine polychaete worm species in the family Autolytinae. It is characterized by its vibrant coloration, typically displaying a combination of red, white, and blue stripes along its body. The species is predominantly found in the North Atlantic Ocean. It exhibits a complex life cycle with both sexual and asexual reproduction. It is known for its ability to autotomize, or self-amputate, a part of its body to escape from predators.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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| Order |
Aciculata
Aciculata
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| Family |
Syllids
Syllidae
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| Genus |
Proceraea
Proceraea
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