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Christmas Tree Worm Collection

The Christmas tree worm, scientifically known as Spirobranchus giganteus, is a fascinating creature found in various parts of the world

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Christmas Tree Worm Collection: Hard coral (Porites lutea) with Christmas-tree worms (Spirobranchus giganteus), New Caledonia
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Christmas Tree Worm Collection: Secretary blenny (Acanthemblemaria maria) hiding underneath a Christmas tree worm
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Christmas Tree Worm Collection: Christmas tree worm, Spirobranchus giganteus 1 and feather duster worm, Sabella spallanzanii 2, 3
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Christmas Tree Worm Collection: Macro detail of the Christmas Tree Worm
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Christmas Tree Worm Collection: Bright orange christmas tree worm C015 / 3739
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Christmas Tree Worm Collection: South Pacific, Solomon Islands. Close-up of a colorful Christmas tree worm or burrowing tube worm
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Christmas Tree Worm Collection: Christmas Tree Worm (Spirobranchus spp. ) Fiji. South Pacific
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Christmas Tree Worm Collection: Christmas tree worm -Spirobranchus giganteus- on Acropora-stone coral -Acropora sp
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Christmas Tree Worm Collection: Christmas Tree Worm (Spirobranchus giganteus) on Star Coral (Montastraea cavernosa)
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Christmas Tree Worm Collection: Blue Christmas tree worm (Spirobranchus giganteus), Cairns, Queensland, Australia
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Christmas Tree Worm Collection: Coral reef, Thailand C014 / 2891
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Christmas Tree Worm Collection: Christmas tree worms C014 / 2950
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Christmas Tree Worm Collection: Christmas Tree Worm, Brain Coral and Goby, Puenta Gruesa, Sian Ka an Biosphere Reserve
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Christmas Tree Worm Collection: South Pacific, Solomon Islands. A hermit crab living in hard coral hole next to a tube worm
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Christmas Tree Worm Collection: Christmas tree worm
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Christmas Tree Worm Collection: Christmas Tree Worm (Spirobranchus sp). Borneo, Malaysia (RR)

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The Christmas tree worm, scientifically known as Spirobranchus giganteus, is a fascinating creature found in various parts of the world. One such location is New Caledonia, where a beautiful hard coral called Porites lutea serves as its home. The vibrant colors of the worms' feathery appendages create a mesmerizing sight. In the Caribbean waters of Bonaire, a Secretary blenny named Acanthemblemaria maria seeks shelter underneath the Christmas tree worm. This symbiotic relationship showcases nature's ability to provide protection and camouflage for different species. Moving on to the South Pacific Solomon Islands, we find an up-close view of these colorful burrowing tube worms. Their intricate patterns and vivid hues make them resemble miniature Christmas trees emerging from their sandy homes. Zooming in even further reveals macro details that highlight the delicate beauty of these creatures. Whether it's their ornate crowns or their slender bodies disappearing into coral crevices, every aspect captivates our attention. From Fiji in the South Pacific to Hurghada in Egypt's Red Sea, these worms can be found adorning various corals like Acropora-stone and Star Coral (Montastraea cavernosa). Their presence adds splashes of color to already breathtaking underwater landscapes. Australia's Great Barrier Reef also boasts its own version of this enchanting creature - the Blue Christmas tree worm. With its stunning blue hue contrasting against Cairns' clear waters, it becomes yet another testament to nature's artistic prowess.