Maldanids [Maldanidae]
Description
Maldanidae, or bamboo worms, are characterized by their long, cylindrical, segmented bodies, resembling bamboo stalks. These marine worms are found in sediments, where they construct and inhabit burrows. They play a role in the marine ecosystem by processing sediment and contributing to the bioturbation of the seabed.
Genera
Axiokebuita [Axiokebuita]
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Clymenura [Clymenura]
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Euclymene [Euclymene]
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Leioclymenella [Leioclymenella]
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Maldane [Maldane]
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Nicolea [Nicolea]
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Notocirrus [Notocirrus]
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| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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| Order |
Canalipalpata
Canalipalpata
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Statistics
- Genera 7