Distribution of Siboglinids (Annelida, Siboglinidae) in the Laptev Sea and Adjacent Areas of the Arctic Basin.
Dokl Biol Sci
; 509(1): 124-127, 2023 Apr.
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ABSTRACT
Biodiversity in the Laptev Sea was assessed for gutless marine worms of the family Siboglinidae (Annelida), whose metabolism is provided by symbiotic bacteria that oxidize hydrogen sulfide and methane. Seven siboglinid species were found within the geographical boundaries of the Laptev Sea, and another species was found in an adjacent sector of the Arctic Basin. The largest number of finds and the greatest biological diversity of siboglinids were observed in the eastern part of the Laptev Sea in a field of numerous methane flares. One find was made in the estuary area of the Lena River at a depth of 25 m. A possible association of siboglinids with methane seepage areas is discussed.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Polychaeta
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Annelida
Limits:
Animals
Language:
En
Journal:
Dokl Biol Sci
Year:
2023
Document type:
Article
Affiliation country:
RUSSIA