Bobbit worms [Eunicidae]
Description
Eunicidae, commonly known as bobbit worms, are a family of polychaete worms. Members of this family are characterized by their elongated bodies, powerful jaws, and the ability to burrow into the sea floor. They are predatory, using their sharp mandibles to capture prey. The family is known for the impressive sizes that some species can reach, with certain members growing several meters in length. They inhabit various marine environments, from shallow waters to the deep sea.
Genera
Palolo Worms [Palola]
View DetailsLysidice [Lysidice]
View DetailsNematonereis [Nematonereis]
View DetailsNicidion [Nicidion]
View DetailsOphryotrocha [Ophryotrocha]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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Order |
Eunicida
Eunicida
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Statistics
- Genera 5