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red rock worm

Marphysa sanguinea

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Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found across Europe (6 countries).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇫🇷 France 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇳🇱 Netherlands

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (animal)
Phylum
Annelida (Segmented Worms)
Class
Polychaeta (Polychaeta)
Order
Eunicida (Eunicida)
Family
Eunicidae
Genus
Marphysa
Species
Marphysa sanguinea (red rock worm)

Names in Other Languages

German Blutkieferwurm

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of red rock worm?
The scientific name of red rock worm is Marphysa sanguinea. It belongs to the genus Marphysa.
Where does red rock worm live?
red rock worm is found in Found across Europe (6 countries).. Countries include Belgium, France, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, United Kingdom.
What family does red rock worm belong to?
red rock worm (Marphysa sanguinea) belongs to the genus Marphysa, which is part of the taxonomic family Eunicidae.
What kingdom does red rock worm belong to?
red rock worm (Marphysa sanguinea) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

Native Range — 6 Countries

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Genus Marphysa — 1 Species

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red rock worm
Marphysa sanguinea
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