Drilonereis [Drilonereis]

Description

Drilonereis includes polychaete worms found in marine environments and is part of the family Oenonidae. These worms are characterized by their slender, elongated bodies and a lifestyle that involves burrowing into soft marine sediments. They play a significant ecological role in the sedimentary environment, influencing both the physical and chemical properties of their habitats.

Species
Mediterranean Lagoon Worm
Mediterranean Lagoon Worm [Drilonereis longa]
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Pacific Tube Worm
Pacific Tube Worm [Drilonereis pacifica]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Segmented Worms
Annelida
Class Polychaetes
Polychaeta
Order Eunicida
Eunicida
Family Scoletids
Oenonidae
Statistics
  • Species 2