Heterocirrus [Heterocirrus]

Description
Heterocirrus is a genus of cirratulid worms that inhabit marine sediments. They are characterized by a segmented body with a distinct head region, and they possess both long and short setae. These worms are important benthic organisms, contributing to the health of marine sedimentary environments by processing organic material.
Species

Horned Sea Worm [Heterocirrus grubei]
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Black Sea Worm [Heterocirrus octocirratus]
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 |
Cirratulids
Cirratulidae
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Statistics
- Species 2