Terebella [Terebella]

Description

Terebella is the type genus of the family Terebellidae, known for their large, worm-like appearance and complex tentacle structures used for filter feeding. They inhabit self-made tubes on the ocean floor, often in areas with high sediment.

Species
Spaghetti worm
Spaghetti worm [Terebella lapidaria]
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Tube worm
Tube worm [Terebella nebulosa]
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Feather duster worm
Feather duster worm [Terebella pompadora]
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Mud worm
Mud worm [Terebella ehlersi]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Segmented Worms
Annelida
Class Polychaetes
Polychaeta
Order Aciculata
Aciculata
Family Terebellids
Terebellidae
Statistics
  • Species 4