Alciopids [Alciopidae]
Description
Alciopidae, or the eyespot worms, are a family of polychaetes distinguished by their well-developed eyes and pelagic lifestyle. They have elongated bodies and are adapted to a life in the open water, where they are often found swimming. Their diet consists mostly of plankton, and they are known for their bioluminescent capabilities.
Genera
Alciopa [Alciopa]
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Bathyalciopa [Bathyalciopa]
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Keratoalciopa [Keratoalciopa]
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Nanobathyalciopa [Nanobathyalciopa]
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Paralciopa [Paralciopa]
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Phalacrophorus [Phalacrophorus]
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Rhynchalciopa [Rhynchalciopa]
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Tarracoblabe [Tarracoblabe]
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Thalassochaetus [Thalassochaetus]
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Websterinereis [Websterinereis]
View DetailsTaxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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| Order |
Phyllodocida
Phyllodocida
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Statistics
- Genera 10