White-gilled mud worm [Phyllamphicteis alba]
Description
The White-gilled mud worm is another species in the family Ampharetidae. It is similar to the Red-gilled mud worm but possesses white gills. It prefers slightly shallower water compared to P. undulata, but still lives in mud habitats. The worm is known for its white, opaque appearance.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
|
| Order |
Sabellida
Sabellida
|
| Family |
Ampharetids
Ampharetidae
|
| Genus |
Phyllamphicteis
Phyllamphicteis
|