Decathele [Decathele]

Description
Decathele is a genus within the Trichobranchidae family, known for its marine polychaete worms. These organisms are recognized by their tube-building behavior, creating protective enclosures on the seabed. Decathele species are equipped with numerous branchial filaments which they use for respiration and possibly for feeding by filtering organic particles from the water.
Species

Spiny Soft Coral [Decathele spinosa]
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Giant Green Anemone [Decathele gigantea]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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Order |
Canalipalpata
Canalipalpata
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Family |
Trichobranchids
Trichobranchidae
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Statistics
- Species 2