Micronephthys maryae [Micronephthys maryae]
Description
Micronephthys maryae is a marine annelid worm endemic to the North East Atlantic and North Sea. This species is recognized by its long and slender body with numerous segments. Each segment is equipped with a pair of parapodia. The species can be found in subtidal zones and prefers sandy and muddy substrates.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
|
| Order |
Phyllodocida
Phyllodocida
|
| Family |
Nephtyids
Nephtyidae
|
| Genus |
Micronephthys
Micronephthys
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