spirobranchus giganteus

Did You Say Worms are Christmas Trees?

12/12/2018

These beautiful organisms are actually underwater worms in the shape of Christmas trees. The tree shape of the worm comes from its gills. When the Christmas Tree Worm senses danger is near, it quickly pulls in its gills and hides in its...

Is the Spirobranchus Giganteus the most Charming Christmas Tree?

12/07/2017

The unique and colorful spirobranchus giganteus celebrates the 2017 Holidays underwater! These are actually worms and they are not very big. In fact, they only average 1.5 inches in length. But they sure know how to throw out magnificent, awesome color! Celebrate...