Antarctic Scale Worm [Polynoe antarctica]
Description
Polynoe antarctica, or the Antarctic Scale Worm, is a marine species predominantly found in the Southern Ocean. It is adapted to survive in extremely cold temperatures. It is characterized by its thick, leathery skin and large scales that offer protection from predators.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
|
| Order |
Phyllodocida
Phyllodocida
|
| Family |
Aphroditids
Aphroditidae
|
| Genus |
Polynoe
Polynoe
|