Hesionides [Hesionides]

Description

Hesionides is a genus within the Hesionidae family, characterized by its small to medium-sized polychaete worms. These worms exhibit a streamlined body conducive to their burrowing lifestyle in sandy or muddy substrates. They are primarily detritivores, feeding on decomposed organic matter, which makes them integral components of the nutrient recycling process in marine ecosystems. Hesionides species are widely distributed across various marine habitats, from shallow waters to deep-sea environments.

Species

Hesionides arenaria [Hesionides arenaria]

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Hesionides gohari [Hesionides gohari]

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Hesionides ingolfi [Hesionides ingolfi]

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Hesionides longichaeta [Hesionides longichaeta]

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Taxonomy