Spio [Spio]

Description

Spio is a genus of small, slender polychaete worms in the family Spionidae, characterized by their bifid tentacles and the ability to construct delicate tubes in marine sediments. These worms are important benthic organisms, feeding on detritus and microorganisms, and playing a crucial role in the marine ecosystem by contributing to the breakdown of organic material and nutrient cycling.

Species

Four-toothed Spionid [Spio quadidentata]

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American Spionid [Spio setosa]

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South African Spionid [Spio aequalis]

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Mediterranean Spionid [Spio filicornis]

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Taxonomy