Bee Spionid

Spiophanes bombyx

Bee Spionid

A small tube building bristleworm that lives packed into coastal sediment of almost any grade, from fine to coarse sand. It gathers organic particles off the surface and tolerates ground heavy with organic pollution, reaching about 6 centimetres.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Annelida › Polychaeta › Spionida › Spionidae › Spiophanes

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 131187.

FAQ

How deep does the Bee Spionid live?
The Bee Spionid (Spiophanes bombyx) is typically found at 3–58 m.
How big does the Bee Spionid get?
The Bee Spionid grows to about 6 cm.