Laetmonice [Laetmonice]

Description

Laetmonice is a genus of scale worms in the family Aphroditidae, identifiable by their elongated bodies and the presence of two large terminal setae. These worms inhabit various marine environments, from shallow reefs to the abyssal plains. Laetmonice species play a crucial role in the benthic ecosystem as scavengers, consuming dead organic matter and contributing to the decomposition process.

Species
Laetmonice producta
Laetmonice producta [Laetmonice producta]
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Laetmonice hystrix
Laetmonice hystrix [Laetmonice hystrix]
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Laetmonice filicornis
Laetmonice filicornis [Laetmonice filicornis]
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Laetmonice wyvillei
Laetmonice wyvillei [Laetmonice wyvillei]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Segmented Worms
Annelida
Class Polychaetes
Polychaeta
Order Canalipalpata
Canalipalpata
Family Aphroditids
Aphroditidae
Statistics
  • Species 4