Timarete [Timarete]

Timarete
Description

Timarete encompasses a group of cirratulid polychaetes that are recognized by their slender, elongated bodies and the presence of numerous hair-like bristles. These worms are found in a range of marine environments, often burrowing into soft sediments where they feed on microorganisms and organic particles.

Species
California Tube Worm
California Tube Worm [Timarete californica]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Segmented Worms
Annelida
Class Polychaetes
Polychaeta
Order Canalipalpata
Canalipalpata
Family Cirratulids
Cirratulidae
Statistics
  • Species 1