Terebellids [Terebellidae]
Description
Terebellidae, commonly known as spaghetti worms, are a family of marine polychaete worms. They are characterized by their long, slender, tentacle-like protrusions used for feeding, which resemble strands of spaghetti. These worms are typically found in sediments, where they construct burrows and feed on particulate organic matter by capturing it with their tentacles. Terebellids play a significant role in the benthic ecosystem, contributing to the breakdown and recycling of organic materials.
Genera
Amphitrite [Amphitrite]
View DetailsArtacama [Artacama]
View DetailsEupolymnia [Eupolymnia]
View DetailsLanice [Lanice]
View DetailsLeaena [Leaena]
View DetailsLoimia [Loimia]
View DetailsNicolea [Nicolea]
View DetailsPolycirrus [Polycirrus]
View DetailsPista [Pista]
View DetailsTerebella [Terebella]
View DetailsTaxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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| Order |
Aciculata
Aciculata
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Statistics
- Genera 10