Nereis [Nereis]

Description

Nereis is a large and well-known genus of polychaete worms belonging to the Nereididae family, often referred to as ragworms or clam worms. These worms are characterized by their elongated bodies with numerous segments, each bearing a pair of paddle-like parapodia. Nereis species are versatile predators and scavengers, found in a wide range of marine habitats from intertidal zones to deep-sea environments. They play a crucial role in the marine ecosystem by participating in the breakdown of organic materials.

Species

Pile worm [Nereis grubei]

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Estuary ragworm [Nereis diversicolor]