👉 Lagomyidae is a family of small marine crustaceans, known for their distinctive elongated bodies and ability to adapt to various environments. They are also known as the "mudworms" or "waterworms," due to their preference for living in mud or other aquatic habitats. The term "lagomyidae" comes from the Greek word "laga," which means "to grow slowly" or "to be slow-moving." This family is often associated with the