Papillous Worm
Trophoniella minuta
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 5–25 m
- For divers: safe
A small bristled polychaete worm, the papillous worm tucks itself among mussels and into soft bottoms between about five and twenty five metres. Its body surface is studded with fleshy papillae that give the species its name.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Annelida › Polychaeta › Terebellida › Flabelligeridae › Trophoniella
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1583928.
FAQ
- How deep does the Papillous Worm live?
- The Papillous Worm (Trophoniella minuta) is typically found at 5–25 m.
- Is the Papillous Worm dangerous to divers?
- The Papillous Worm is harmless to divers.