Streblosoma [Streblosoma]

Description

Streblosoma is a genus of marine worms in the Terebellidae family, characterized by their segmented bodies and short, thick tentacles used for feeding. They inhabit tubes made from sediment and mucus on the seafloor. Streblosoma species are often found in colder waters, where they contribute to the benthic ecosystem by recycling detritus.

Species
New Zealand Bristle worm
New Zealand Bristle worm [Streblosoma hartmani]
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North Atlantic Bristle worm
North Atlantic Bristle worm [Streblosoma myriamae]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Segmented Worms
Annelida
Class Polychaetes
Polychaeta
Order Canalipalpata
Canalipalpata
Family Terebellids
Terebellidae
Statistics
  • Species 2