Loimia [Loimia]
Description
Loimia genus members are known for their intricate tube-building capabilities, using sand and shell fragments. They possess a distinct head with tentacles for feeding and a segmented body that assists in locomotion within their tube homes.
Species

Mud Tube Worm [Loimia medusa]
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Paddle Worm [Loimia armandi]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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Order |
Aciculata
Aciculata
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Family |
Terebellids
Terebellidae
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Statistics
- Species 2