How deep does the Ross Worm live?

The Ross Worm (Sabellaria spinulosa) is typically found at 10–30 m.

How big does the Ross Worm get?

The Ross Worm grows to about 0.3 cm.

Ross Worm

Sabellaria spinulosa

Group: Other
Typical depth: 10–30 m
Max size: 0.3 cm

Thousands of these worms cement sand grains into honeycomb tubes that fuse into solid reefs across muddy and rocky bottoms. Each worm stays in its tube and filters drifting food and detritus from the water, and together the colonies build structure that shelters countless other animals.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Annelida › Polychaeta › Sabellariidae › Sabellaria

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 130867.

FAQ

How deep does the Ross Worm live?: The Ross Worm (Sabellaria spinulosa) is typically found at 10–30 m.
How big does the Ross Worm get?: The Ross Worm grows to about 0.3 cm.