Bristly Paddleworm [Harmothoe imbricata]
Description
This species is commonly known as the Bristly Paddleworm. It is a marine polychaete worm, generally found in the northeastern Atlantic Ocean. It inhabits rocky shores and is often seen under stones in the lower shore and sublittoral zone. It is easily identifiable by its bristly notochaetae, which give it its common name.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
|
| Order |
Canalipalpata
Canalipalpata
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| Family |
Aphroditids
Aphroditidae
|
| Genus |
Harmothoe
Harmothoe
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