Streblospio [Streblospio]

Description

Streblospio is a genus of spionid polychaetes known for their small size and the ability to thrive in a wide range of saline environments, from brackish waters to fully marine conditions. Members of this genus are characterized by their segmented bodies, short tentacles, and the construction of mud tubes for protection. Streblospio species are vital for their role in the sedimentary ecosystem, particularly in nutrient cycling and as a food source for higher trophic levels.

Species

Shrubby Worm [Streblospio shrubsolii]

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Gilled Worm [Streblospio gynobranchiata]