Nothria [Nothria]
Description
Nothria is a genus of polychaete worms in the Onuphidae family, known for their adaptability to various marine environments. These worms possess a pair of long, whip-like tentacles which are used for sensory purposes and to capture food particles from the water column. They contribute to the benthic ecosystem by participating in the breakdown of organic matter and are an integral part of the marine food web.
Species

Nothria japonica [Nothria japonica]
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Nothria anisocirra [Nothria anisocirra]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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Order |
Eunicida
Eunicida
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Family |
Hatchet Worms
Onuphidae
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Statistics
- Species 2