Protula bispiralis

Red fanworm
Pracht röhrenwurm
Ver tubicole à éventail

Distribution

The tropical Pacific
The Indian Ocean

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 5 and 25 Meters.
Common species.
The species is generally isolated

General characteristics of the species

Diameter of the plume : 6 cm
Length of the worm : 6 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!