Cirratulus [Cirratulus]
Description
Cirratulus is a genus of marine worms that are easily recognized by their brightly colored bodies and long tentacles. These worms are found in a variety of marine habitats, from intertidal zones to deep-sea environments. They feed on detritus, playing an important role in the marine ecosystem by recycling nutrients.
Species

Red Cirratulid Worm [Cirratulus cirratus]
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Yellow Cirratulid Worm [Cirratulus grandis]
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Cirratulid Worm [Cirratulus spectabilis]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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Order |
Canalipalpata
Canalipalpata
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Family |
Cirratulids
Cirratulidae
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Statistics
- Species 3