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The Pogonophora, or Beard Worms, are a [[phylum]] of deep sea tube |
The '''Pogonophora''', or Beard Worms, are a [[phylum]] of deep sea [[tube worm]]s often found growing around warm springs. The rear of the body is segmented and they may be related to the [[annelids]]. They appear to feed primarily on symbiotic bacteria living in their mouthless bodies. Fossils are rare. |
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The Pogonophora, or Beard Worms, are a phylum of deep sea tube worms often found growing around warm springs. The rear of the body is segmented and they may be related to the annelids. They appear to feed primarily on symbiotic bacteria living in their mouthless bodies. Fossils are rare.