Hippolyte's Prawn [Hippolyte ventricosa]
Description
Hippolyte ventricosa, commonly known as Hippolyte's Prawn, is a marine crustacean found in the Pacific Ocean. The defining features of this species include a slender, transparent body with blue and purple hues, and large, prominent eyes. It is a benthic species, commonly found dwelling within seagrass meadows and algae beds. Hippolyte's Prawn feeds on small detritus particles and microscopic organisms.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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| Order |
Aciculata
Aciculata
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| Family |
Fire Worms
Amphinomidae
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| Genus |
Hippolyte's Fireworm
Hippolyte
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