Christmas tree worms and feather dusters of the suborder Sabellida

Sabellida is a suborder of annelid worms in the class Polychaeta. These tube dwelling worms are filter feeders and are commonly identified by a ring of feathery tentacles extending outwards. Members of the suborder include the feather duster worms (Sabellastarte spectabilis) in the family Sabellidae, and the Christmas tree worm (Spirobranchus giganteus) in the family … Continue reading Christmas tree worms and feather dusters of the suborder Sabellida