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Bobbit Worm

Eunice aphroditois

Deep sea Bobbit Worm specimen

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Abyssal Stats

Depth

10–40 m (33–130 ft)

Size

Up to 3 m (10 ft) long

Habitat

Seafloor / Burrows

Diet

Fish and small invertebrates

What they'd be sayin'

"I bury my long body in the sand and wait with only my five antennae exposed."

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Deep Sea Profile

An aquatic predatory polychaete worm that buries its long body in the sand, waiting to ambush prey with incredible speed.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big can it get?

It can reach lengths of up to 3 meters (10 feet).

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