Eunicids [Eunicidae]

Description

Eunicidae, or eunicids, are a family of polychaete worms known for their powerful jaws, which are used for feeding and burrowing. These marine worms are found in a variety of habitats, from intertidal areas to the deep sea. They are characterized by their long, slender bodies and a distinct prostomium with a pair of large, horn-like appendages. Eunicids are important predators and scavengers in marine ecosystems, feeding on a range of organisms from microfauna to dead and decaying matter.