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Patterns made in sand by Mint-sauce worms (Symsagittifera roscoffensis / Convoluta roscoffensis) sunbathing at low tide to allow the symbiotic algae to photosynthesise with bivalve shell. Costa de Caparica beach, Portugal. April 2017
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Patterns made in sand by Mint-sauce worms (Symsagittifera roscoffensis / Convoluta roscoffensis) sunbathing at low tide to allow the symbiotic algae to photosynthesise with bivalve shell. Costa de Caparica beach, Portugal. April 2017
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1. Title: "Sunbathing Mint-sauce Worms: A Symbiotic Spectacle at Costa de Caparica Beach" 2. Description: This image showcases an intriguing natural phenomenon occurring at Costa de Caparica beach in Portugal. The sandy shore is home to Mint-sauce worms (Symsagittifera roscoffensis / Convoluta roscoffensis), also known as acoelamorphs or flatworms, engaging in a unique behavior. As the tide recedes, these animals expose their bivalve shells to the sun, creating mesmerizing patterns in the sand. The Mint-sauce worms are not actually worms but belong to the phylum Platyhelminthes, specifically the class Acoela and order Sagittiferida. They form a fascinating symbiotic relationship with photosynthetic algae, which live inside their bodies. During low tide, the worms leave their burrows and sunbathe, allowing the algae to photosynthesize and produce energy for both the worm and the algae. This image highlights the intricate relationship between these marine invertebrates and their symbiotic algae, showcasing the beauty and complexity of the intertidal zone. The patterns in the sand, formed by the worms' movements, add an artistic touch to the already breathtaking coastal landscape. 3. Keywords: animal, wildlife, flatworm, acoelamorph, Symsagittifera roscoffensis, Convoluta roscoffensis, animalia, Platyhelminthes, flat worm, Platyhelminth, plathelminthes, Acoela, Sagittiferidae, symbiotic relationship, beach, ocean, Atlantic Ocean, coast, marine, coastal, water, animal behavior, saltwater, intertidal, littoral, algae, invertebrate, invertebrates. 4. Credit: © Luis Quinta / Nature Picture Library. All rights reserved. No commercial use without permission.
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