arrow worm

About

The Arrow worm, Parasagitta elegans, is a species. Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Denmark and Norway.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇩🇰 Denmark

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Chaetognatha (vermes-flecha)

Class

Sagittoidea (Sagittoidea)

Order

Aphragmophora (Aphragmophora)

Family

Sagittidae

Genus

Parasagitta

Species

Parasagitta elegans (arrow worm)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese キタヤムシ

Similar Species in Parasagitta

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coastal arrow worm

Parasagitta setosa

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of arrow worm?

The scientific name of arrow worm is Parasagitta elegans. It belongs to the genus Parasagitta.

Where does arrow worm live?

arrow worm is found in Distributed across Denmark and Norway.. Countries include Denmark, Norway.

What family does arrow worm belong to?

arrow worm (Parasagitta elegans) belongs to the genus Parasagitta, which is part of the taxonomic family Sagittidae.

What kingdom does arrow worm belong to?

arrow worm (Parasagitta elegans) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of arrow worm?

The closest relatives of arrow worm in the genus Parasagitta include coastal arrow worm.