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Beadworms

Syllis spp.
They are small, thin and thread-like in appearance.

Beadworms

Introduction: Beadworms (Syllis spp.) have long, wispy tentacle like protrusions from the sides of each segment of the body. Overall they are small, thin and thread-like in appearance and are beaded in appearance, hence the common name. Features on the head include 2 enlarged palps that bend forwards and 3 annulated tentacles.

Distribution: Common in tufts of seaweed along the entire Namibian coastline.

Diet: Eats either small plants or animals

Colouration: Whitish body with dark brown tentacles

Breeding: Not known

Max size: 30mm

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