Chaetosomatidae

/ˌkiːtoʊsoʊməˈtɪdeɪ/ noun

Definition

A taxonomic family of marine bristle worms that are characterized by their bristle-covered bodies and segmented structure.

Etymology

Derived from the genus Chaetosoma with the taxonomic family suffix '-idae,' placing these bristle worms within a formal biological classification.

Kelly Says

The Chaetosomatidae family represents thousands of undescribed species living in the deep ocean—scientists estimate we've only identified about 10% of all bristle worms that actually exist.

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