Inermonephtys Fauchald, 1968

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Inermonephtys Fauchald, 1968

Type species. Inermonephtys inermis ( Ehlers, 1887) , by original designation. Diagnosis. The genus Inermonephtys is distinguished from the other genera by the lack of antennae and all pharynx papillae, the long eversible cirriform nuchal organs, and the spindle-shaped jaws. Acicular lobes usually conical to acutely pointed; parapodial lamellae well developed; neuropodial superior lobes may be present in anterior parapodia. Branchiae long, thin and involute. Lyriform chaetae present. Anterior parapodia may have more than one acicula. Aciculae of posterior parapodia with curved tips.