Augener's Polychaete [Augeneria loveni]
Description
Augeneria loveni, also known as Augener's Polychaete, is a marine worm species that belongs to the class Polychaeta, order Eunicida, and family Eunicidae. This marine worm is characterized by its elongated and segmented body, with numerous pairs of bristly parapodia used for locomotion and respiration. It is a benthic species that resides in the soft sediments of the ocean floor. Augener's Polychaete is an omnivorous detritivore, feeding on small invertebrates and organic debris. It is predominantly found in the Atlantic Ocean.
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 |
Augeneria
Augeneria
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