👉 The term "ophiurida" is a genus in the family Ophiurae, which is part of the phylum Annelida. Phylum Annelida is one of the major lineages that includes many other families and orders. The name "ophiurida" comes from the Greek word "ophion", meaning "wasp". These animals are characterized by their long, slender bodies with a single or two wings attached to each side of the abdomen. They have small