torujuhtmeline
Torujuhtmeline is an Estonian term that translates to "pipeworm" or "tube worm." It refers to marine annelid worms that live within secreted tubes. These tubes are typically made of mucus and embedded with particles from the surrounding environment, such as sand, shell fragments, or even organic matter. The type of material used in tube construction often depends on the species and its habitat.
These creatures are found in a wide range of marine environments, from shallow coastal waters to the
The life cycle of torujuhtmeline typically involves a free-swimming larval stage before settling down to build