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Ragworm

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Ragworm

Hediste diversicolor

This bristle worm burrows in silty sediments, aerating the seabed while recycling organic matter, playing a vital cog in the coastal ecosystem.

  • Habitat: Under stones, in muddy sediment or brackish water; mid to lower shore.
  • When to See: Year-round
  • Length: 6–12 cm