Atlantic gilled worm [Parascolelepis atlantica]
Description
The Parascolelepis atlantica, or the Atlantic gilled worm, is another marine worm species from the Spionidae family. The species is native to the Atlantic Ocean, particularly around the eastern coast of North America. Like its Japanese counterpart, this species also lives in the bottom sediments. Its distinguishing features include gills on each segment and a U-shaped burrow which it uses for feeding and respiration.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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| Order |
Spionida
Spionida
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| Family |
Scolelepidids
Scolelepididae
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| Genus |
Parascolelepis
Parascolelepis
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