South African Spionid [Spio aequalis]
Description
The South African Spionid is a species of marine worm found in the coastal waters of South Africa. It has a long, slender body with numerous bristles. It is a deposit feeder, sifting through sediment to find food. This species is known for its ability to adapt to various environmental conditions, ranging from brackish to full marine environments.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
|
| Order |
Canalipalpata
Canalipalpata
|
| Family |
Spionids
Spionidae
|
| Genus |
Spio
Spio
|