Bispira brunnea

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  • Kolonialer Röhrenwurm
  • Clusterkokerworm
  • Sabelle sociale
  • Gusano tubícola colonial

Distribution

  • The tropical Atlantic

Surrounding and environment

  • The animal lies on or is attached to the reef
  • The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
  • The species can be found between 2 and 35 Meters.
  • Common species.
  • Individuals are generally found in a group

General characteristics of the species

  • Diameter of the plume : 3 cm
  • The animal feeds on plankton or small organisms.
  • The tube is soft to the touch
  • The tube is visible outside the substrate.
  • The animal can show variable colouring

Relationship with humans

  • The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
  • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
    • - Aquarium enthusiasts.
The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!