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Spirobranchus giganteus
These worms are commonly seen on tropical corals - particularly on Porites species. They are tubular burrowers, and what is seen (also in the picture) are their prostomial palps - highly modified mouth and gill structure that is used for both suspension feeding and respiration. They come in all colours and are beautiful parts of the coral reefs.
Spotted on Mar 30, 2010
Submitted on May 30, 2011
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