Vermiliopsis [Vermiliopsis]

Description

Vermiliopsis includes serpulid worms that are distinguished by their thin, delicate tubes, which they attach to soft sediments or directly onto other organisms. These filter feeders have a significant ecological role in nutrient cycling and water filtration within their marine habitats.

Species
Yellow Tube Worm
Yellow Tube Worm [Vermiliopsis labiata]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Segmented Worms
Annelida
Class Polychaetes
Polychaeta
Order Sabellida
Sabellida
Family Serpulids
Serpulidae
Statistics
  • Species 1