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 [Marenzelleria neglecta]
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North Sea clam worm [Marenzelleria arctia]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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Order |
Spionida
Spionida
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Family |
Spionids
Spionidae
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Statistics
- Species 2