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Tube-building worm

Hydroides elegans

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Africa and Asia and Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Widely distributed across Africa (4 countries), Asia (7 countries), Europe (12 countries), North America (Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Argentina, Brazil).

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Full Taxonomy

Polychaeta (Polychaeta)

Order

Sabellida (Sabellida)

Species

Hydroides elegans (Tube-building worm)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese カサネカンザシゴカイ

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tube-building worm?

The scientific name of Tube-building worm is Hydroides elegans. It belongs to the genus Hydroides.

Where does Tube-building worm live?

Tube-building worm is found in Widely distributed across Africa (4 countries), Asia (7 countries), Europe (12 countries), North America (Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Argentina, Brazil).. Countries include Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, China, Cyprus, Egypt, France, Greece.

What family does Tube-building worm belong to?

Tube-building worm (Hydroides elegans) belongs to the genus Hydroides, which is part of the taxonomic family Serpulidae.

What kingdom does Tube-building worm belong to?

Tube-building worm (Hydroides elegans) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Tube-building worm?

The closest relatives of Tube-building worm in the genus Hydroides include limy tubeworm, Tube-building worm.