Ophryotrocha [Ophryotrocha]

Description

Ophryotrocha is unique among Lumbrineridae for its small size and the presence of distinct jaw apparatus, which is not common in other genera of the family. These worms are primarily detritivores, playing an essential role in the decomposition process of organic matter on the ocean floor.

Species
Dorvilleid Worm
Dorvilleid Worm [Ophryotrocha labronica]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Segmented Worms
Annelida
Class Polychaetes
Polychaeta
Order Canalipalpata
Canalipalpata
Family Lumbrinerids
Lumbrineridae
Statistics
  • Species 1