Ampharete [Ampharete]
Description
The genus Ampharete encompasses a group of polychaete worms within the Ampharetidae family. These creatures exhibit a cylindrical body, tapering towards both ends, and possess a set of lateral and dorsal bristles. Ampharete species are known for their burrowing lifestyle, often inhabiting sandy or muddy substrates in marine environments.
Species

Ampharete acutifrons [Ampharete acutifrons]
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Ampharete baltica [Ampharete baltica]
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Ampharete falcata [Ampharete falcata]
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Ampharete finmarchica [Ampharete finmarchica]
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Ampharete oculicirrata [Ampharete oculicirrata]
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Ampharete undecima [Ampharete undecima]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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Order |
Sabellida
Sabellida
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Family |
Ampharetids
Ampharetidae
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Statistics
- Species 6