Dipolydora [Dipolydora]
Description
Dipolydora is a genus of spionid polychaetes that are recognized by their capacity to bore into calcareous substrates, such as shells and coral. They have a streamlined body suited for their burrowing lifestyle, with paired palps used for feeding. This genus plays a significant role in bioerosion processes in marine ecosystems.
Species

Dipolydora giardia [Dipolydora giardia]
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Dipolydora quadrilobata [Dipolydora quadrilobata]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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Order |
Spionida
Spionida
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Family |
Spionids
Spionidae
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Statistics
- Species 2