Order
Common name: Polyclad Flatworms
Scientific name: Polycladida
Polycladida, commonly known as polyclad flatworms, are a diverse order of free-living flatworms found in marine environments. They are known for their intricate and often colorful patterns, which make them visually appealing in reef aquariums. Polyclads play a role in the natural balance of reef ecosystems, but they can become pests if their populations are not controlled. They are predators and scavengers, feeding on small invertebrates and detritus. Hobbyists should monitor their numbers, as some species may prey on sessile invertebrates such as corals and clams.
- Common name: Marine Blue FlatwormScientific name: Cycloporus venetus
- Common name: FlatwormScientific name: Leptoplana tremellaris
- Common name: Orsak's FlatwormScientific name: Maiazoon orsaki
- Common name: Alcino's FlatwormScientific name: Notoplana alcinoi
- Common name: Persian Carpet FlatwormScientific name: Pseudobiceros bedfordi
- Common name: Damawan FlatwormScientific name: Pseudobiceros damawan
- Common name: Fuchsia flatwormScientific name: Pseudobiceros ferrugineus
- Common name: Pseudoceros fulgorScientific name: Pseudobiceros fulgor
- Common name: Glorious FlatwormScientific name: Pseudobiceros gloriosus
- Common name: Camouflaged flatwormScientific name: Pseudobiceros kryptos
- Common name: Pseudoceros uniarborensisScientific name: Pseudobiceros uniarborensis
- Common name: White and orange edge flatwormScientific name: Pseudoceros hancockanus
- Common name: Pillar Tailed FlatwormScientific name: Stylochus pilidium