Phylum: Nemertea

Class: Enopla

Subclass: Hoplonemertea

Family: Cratenemertidae

Scientific name: Nipponnemertes pulcher

 

Norwegian: -

(Hitra - Sør-Trøndelag / 14 meters / 04.07.2004)

Distribution: Registrations have been made along the west coast of Norway, as far north as Bodø. It seems to be found on large variety of substrates, from sand and gravel to hard rock. There are observations from sheltered locations in the fjords as well as from exposed locations close to the open sea. It is usually encountered deeper than 5 meters.

Characteristics: This up to 9 cm long ribbon worm has a width of 1-5 mm. There is a dorsal ridge on the top of the head. The color varies from pale pink, through orange to deep red. The ventral side is lighter than the dorsal side.

This species is also known as N. pulchra.

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