Ragged Worm [Trochochaeta ragia]
Description
The ragged worm, or Trochochaeta ragia, is another member of the Trochochaeta genus. This marine worm inhabits the sandy bottoms of the ocean and is known for its slender, elongated body. It is a deposit feeder, meaning it consumes organic matter found within the sediment. The ragged worm is usually pale in color, blending in with its sandy surroundings.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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| Order |
Scolecida
Scolecida
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| Family |
Trochochaetids
Trochochaetidae
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| Genus |
Trochochaeta
Trochochaeta
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