Eunice Aphroditois Collection

Facial and body view of the predatory Bobbit worm, Indonesia
Facial and body view of the predatory Bobbit worm (Eunice aphroditois), taken in 6 meters of water in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

Facial view of the predatory Bobbit worm, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia
Facial view of the predatory Bobbit worm (Eunice aphroditois), taken in 6 meters of water in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

Bobbit Worm (Eunice aphroditois) adult, feeding on small worm, in hole on black sand, Retak Larry, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Greater Sunda Islands, Indonesia, March

Bobbit Worm (Eunice aphroditois) adult, with jaws open outside of hole at night, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia

Bobbit worm with its jaws extended. Bobbit worms (Eunice aphroditois) are aggressive predatory polychaete worms that use their huge jaws (grey) to snatch at passing fish

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The Bobbit Worm, also known as Eunice aphroditois, is a fascinating and predatory creature found in the waters of Indonesia. With its menacing appearance and impressive hunting skills, this worm is truly a force to be reckoned with. In one photo, we get a close-up view of the Bobbit Worm's face as it lurks beneath the surface. Its sharp jaws are open wide, ready to snatch any unsuspecting prey that comes too close. Another image showcases its entire body, showcasing its long and slender form. Feeding on small worms from within its burrow on black sand, this adult Bobbit Worm displays incredible agility and precision. It lunges at dead fish with lightning speed, emerging from its hole with jaws wide open to seize its meal. At nightfall, the Bobbit Worm becomes even more active. With jaws open outside of its hole in the Lembeh Straits of Sulawesi Island, it patiently waits for potential victims to pass by. Its stealthy nature makes it an efficient predator under cover of darkness. The beauty and danger embodied by this creature are captured in these captivating photos. The Eunice aphroditois serves as a reminder that there is still so much left undiscovered beneath our oceans' depths - creatures like the Bobbit Worm continue to astonish us with their unique adaptations and survival strategies.