Ophryotrocha cf. scarlatoi Averincev, 1989

Synonyms:
No synonyms.

Distinguishing characteristics
Last 7-9 segments and pygidium rimmed by 2 scalloped longitudinal folds.

Species description
Body with 26-34 chaetigers. Prostomium rounded in front. Dorsally with a pair of short antennae and 2 palps. Peristomium with 2 achaetous and apodus rings. Chaetae of 4 kinds: thin capillary chaetae, shorter blunt capillary, compound chaetae with blunt-tipped blades and 1 enjoined inferior chaetae. Last 7-9 segments and pygidium rimmed by 2 scalloped longitudinal folds arising dorsolaterally and curving across the dorsum. Mandibles with 3 strong teeth.

Size
4.5–6 mm long.

Color

Habitat

Mobility
Mobile.

Feeding
Carnivore.

Life cycle

Distribution
North Norway, Frantz Joseph Land.