Document Type
Report
Department/Program
Virginia Institute of Marine Science
Publication Date
2001
Abstract
Polychaetes are a class of annelid worms, generally marine, with more than 10,000 species. Common representatives include the lugworm (Arenicola marina) and the sandworm or clam worm Nereis. Polychaetes are important members of benthic ecosystems, serving as food for other organisms and playing a key role in mixing sediments. This key is designed to help identify polychaete species in Chesapeake Bay and coastal Virginia.
DOI
https://doi.org/10.21220/V5Q319
Keywords
Polychaeta--Chesapeake Bay (Md and Va.), Polychaeta -- Identification
Recommended Citation
Bartholomew, A., & Virginia Institute of Marine Science. (2001) Polychaete Key for Chesapeake Bay and Coastal Virginia. Virginia Institute of Marine Science, William & Mary. https://doi.org/10.21220/V5Q319
