Hippomedon [Hippomedon]

Description

Hippomedon is a genus of polychaete worms within the Ampharetidae family, characterized by their robust and agile bodies, enabling them to be efficient burrowers. These worms are known for their specific adaptations to a predatory lifestyle, including their sensory and feeding structures. They inhabit various marine environments, often buried in soft sediments.

Species
Spiny Sea Cucumber
Spiny Sea Cucumber [Hippomedon spinosus]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Segmented Worms
Annelida
Class Polychaetes
Polychaeta
Order Sabellida
Sabellida
Family Ampharetids
Ampharetidae
Statistics
  • Species 1