Trumpet Worms [Sabellastarte]

Description

Sabellastarte is a genus of marine worms known for their trumpet-shaped crowns of tentacles. These worms build tubes on coral reefs, rocks, or buried in sandy substrates. The crown of tentacles is not only used for feeding on suspended matter but also plays a role in gas exchange. The species within this genus are found in a variety of marine environments around the world.

Species

Orange Trumpet Worm [Serpula vermicularis]

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Taxonomy