Hamlet's Ophelia Worm
Ophelia limacina
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 14–46 m
- Max size: 5.5 cm
A short plump worm of coarse coastal sediments, it grows to around six centimetres and sieves food both from the water and off the sediment surface. The smooth, almost iridescent body lacks the long bristles of many of its relatives, giving it a sleek grublike look.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Annelida › Polychaeta › Opheliidae › Ophelia
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 130494.
FAQ
- How deep does the Hamlet's Ophelia Worm live?
- The Hamlet's Ophelia Worm (Ophelia limacina) is typically found at 14–46 m.
- How big does the Hamlet's Ophelia Worm get?
- The Hamlet's Ophelia Worm grows to about 5.5 cm.