Mottled Flatworm [Prostheceraeus moseleyi]
Description
The Mottled Flatworm is a species of marine flatworms found in the Indo-Pacific region. They inhabit coral reefs and are known for their mottled brown and white coloration, which provides them with excellent camouflage against the corals and rocks. They can reach up to 8 cm in length. Like other flatworms, they are hermaphroditic and engage in penis fencing during mating.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Flatworms
Platyhelminthes
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|---|---|
| Class |
Turbellaria
Turbellaria
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| Order |
Polycladida
Polycladida
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| Family |
Cotylean polyclads
Cotylea
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| Genus |
Prostheceraeus
Prostheceraeus
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