Which of the following annelid is commonly known as the sea-mouse?
A
Aphrodita
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B
Aplysia
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C
Polynoe
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D
Chaetopterus
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Solution
The correct option is BAphrodita
The scientific name of the sea mouse is Aphrodita aculeata. Sea mouse is a Polychaete worm. It is a marine worm. These are segmented worms and have parapodia attached to the segments. The parapodia are used for locomotion. These are found in the northern regions of Atlantic. The sea mouse buries the head in the sand in the under water areas.