Boccardia [Boccardia]

Description

Boccardia is a genus of polychaete worms known for their hard tubes and ability to live in a variety of marine substrates, including rocky, sandy, and muddy environments. They are characterized by their head with short tentacles and a body that can vary in color and shape. Boccardia species are important for their role in the benthic ecosystem, contributing to the breakdown of organic materials.

Species

Boccardia proboscidea [Boccardia proboscidea]

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Boccardia knoxi [Boccardia knoxi]

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Boccardia wellingtonensis [Boccardia wellingtonensis]

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Boccardia acus [Boccardia acus]

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Taxonomy