Fauveliopsis fulvescens [Fauveliopsis fulvescens]
Description
Fauveliopsis fulvescens is a species of polychaete worm that inhabits marine environments. The species has a tawny, or fulvous, coloration, hence its name. This worm is typically found in soft sediments, where it burrows and feeds on detritus and small organisms. A distinguishing feature of this species is its dense covering of fine, hair-like setae.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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| Order |
Phyllodocida
Phyllodocida
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| Family |
Sigalionids
Sigalionidae
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| Genus |
Fauveliopsis Worms
Fauveliopsis
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