Dipolydora [Dipolydora]

Description

Dipolydora is a genus within the Spionidae family, known for species that bore into calcareous substrates or live in sediments. They are distinguished by their segmented bodies with paired bristles on each segment and a distinct head region with antennae. Dipolydora species are of interest in marine biology due to their burrowing behavior and impact on the marine sedimentary environment.

Species
Armored Bristle Worm
Armored Bristle Worm [Dipolydora armata]
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Thread Bristle Worm
Thread Bristle Worm [Dipolydora filiformis]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Segmented Worms
Annelida
Class Polychaetes
Polychaeta
Order Canalipalpata
Canalipalpata
Family Spionids
Spionidae
Statistics
  • Species 2