Spirobranchus [Spirobranchus]

Description

Spirobranchus, also known as Christmas Tree Worms, are noted for their distinctive, spirally arranged tentacles that resemble a decorated Christmas tree. Living embedded in coral reefs, they contribute to the biodiversity and complexity of these ecosystems.

Species
Multicolored Christmas Tree Worm
Multicolored Christmas Tree Worm [Spirobranchus corniculatus]
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Coral-dwelling Christmas Tree Worm
Coral-dwelling Christmas Tree Worm [Spirobranchus porites]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Segmented Worms
Annelida
Class Polychaetes
Polychaeta
Order Terebellida
Terebellida
Family Feather Duster Worms
Serpulidae
Statistics
  • Species 2