Hydroides [Hydroides]
Description
Hydroides represents a diverse genus of serpulid polychaetes. Members of this genus are recognized by their hard, calcareous tubes and a crown of colorful, feathery tentacles used for feeding and respiration. They are commonly found on ship hulls, harbor structures, and natural substrates, and are known for their role in biofouling communities.
Species

Serpulid worm [Hydroides elegans]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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Order |
Sabellida
Sabellida
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Family |
Serpulids
Serpulidae
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Statistics
- Species 1