Marenzelleria [Marenzelleria]

Description

Marenzelleria is a genus of spionid polychaetes that has gained attention due to its invasive species in various parts of the world. These worms are adaptable to different environmental conditions, including variable salinity levels. They are characterized by their long, slender bodies and the ability to burrow into sediments, affecting the local benthic ecosystems.

Species
Baltic clam worm
Baltic clam worm [Marenzelleria neglecta]
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North Sea clam worm
North Sea clam worm [Marenzelleria arctia]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Segmented Worms
Annelida
Class Polychaetes
Polychaeta
Order Spionida
Spionida
Family Spionids
Spionidae
Statistics
  • Species 2