Augeneria [Augeneria]

Augeneria
Description

Augeneria is a genus of polychaete worms in the Lumbrineridae family, characterized by their robust and often large size. These worms are found in marine sediments, where they burrow and feed on microorganisms and detritus. Their presence is crucial for sediment aeration and nutrient recycling within the benthic ecosystem.

Species
Augener's Sea Star
Augener's Sea Star [Augeneria vizei]
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Augener's Polychaete
Augener's Polychaete [Augeneria loveni]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Segmented Worms
Annelida
Class Polychaetes
Polychaeta
Order Eunicida
Eunicida
Family Lumbrinerids
Lumbrineridae
Statistics
  • Species 2