Romanchella perrieri [Alkmaria rommani]
Description
Alkmaria rommani, commonly known as Romanchella perrieri, is a type of sea worm that belongs to the Alkmaria genus. It is characterized by its segmented body and long, slender appearance. This species is usually found in deep sea environments, typically in depths greater than 2000 meters. It is known for its unique behavior of burrowing into the sea floor to catch prey. The Alkmaria rommani is distinguishable by its bright pink color and the presence of a pair of long, feather-like gills on each body segment.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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| Order |
Sabellida
Sabellida
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| Family |
Ampharetids
Ampharetidae
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| Genus |
Alkmaria
Alkmaria
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