Polychaetes

Polychaeta

Description

Polychaetes, commonly known as bristle worms, are a class of annelid worms usually marine. They are characterized by having numerous legs, each with a pair of bristles. They can be found in diverse habitats ranging from the deep sea to the intertidal zone.

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Aciculata

Aciculata

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Canalipalpata

Canalipalpata

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Phyllodocida

Phyllodocida

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Eunicida

Eunicida

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Sabellida

Sabellida

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Spionida

Spionida

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Terebellida

Terebellida

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Capitellida

Capitellida

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Oweniida

Oweniida

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Scolecida

Scolecida

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Taxonomy
Phylum Segmented Worms
Statistics
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