Arctic Paddleworm [Nephtys ciliata]
Description
Native to the Arctic Ocean, this species is adapted to cold temperatures. The Arctic Paddleworm is typically around 7 cm in length, with a pale body and brown markings. It is found in sandy or muddy sea floors, often in shallow waters.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
|
| Order |
Phyllodocida
Phyllodocida
|
| Family |
Nephtyids
Nephtyidae
|
| Genus |
Nephtys
Nephtys
|