Lumbrinerids [Lumbrineridae]

Description

Lumbrineridae, or lumbrinerids, are a family of polychaete worms. They are distinguished by their relatively simple body structure, lacking the parapodia (lateral appendages) that are prominent in many other polychaetes. Lumbrinerids are mostly found in sedimentary environments where they burrow or live in crevices. They are important in the benthic ecosystem, contributing to the aeration and mixing of the seabed sediment.