Northern sand lance [Alciopa nordmanni]
Description
The Northern sand lance, Alciopa nordmanni, is a marine species that inhabits sandy areas of the ocean. This species is known for its burrowing behavior, where it hides in the sand to avoid predators. The Northern sand lance is characterized by its elongated body and a snout that is longer than its eye diameter. This species is mostly found in the North Atlantic Ocean.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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| Order |
Phyllodocida
Phyllodocida
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| Family |
Alciopids
Alciopidae
|
| Genus |
Alciopa
Alciopa
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