Headband worm [Aeolosoma variegatum]
Description
Aeolosoma variegatum, also known as the headband worm, is a species of annelid that inhabits freshwater environments. This tiny worm is transparent with a series of colored bands running along its body, hence the common name. It feeds on algae and detritus, contributing to the breakdown of organic matter in its environment. It is found in a range of habitats from ponds to slow-moving streams.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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| Order |
Eunicida
Eunicida
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| Family |
Lumbrinerids
Lumbrineridae
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| Genus |
Aeolosoma
Aeolosoma
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