Eunephtys [Eunephtys]

Eunephtys
Description

Eunephtys is a genus of polychaete worms within the family Nephtyidae. These worms are notable for their well-developed parapodia (limb-like appendages), which they use for locomotion on the seafloor. Members of this genus are typically found in soft sediment habitats, from shallow waters to deeper zones. They play a significant role in the benthic community, serving as both predators and prey within their ecosystem.

Species
Arctic Ribbon Worm
Arctic Ribbon Worm [Eunephtys borealis]
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Antarctic Ribbon Worm
Antarctic Ribbon Worm [Eunephtys antarcticus]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Segmented Worms
Annelida
Class Polychaetes
Polychaeta
Order Phyllodocida
Phyllodocida
Family Nephtyids
Nephtyidae
Statistics
  • Species 2