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Lugworm Collection

"Beneath the Muddy Depths: Exploring the Enigmatic World of Lugworms" Bait digging on the mudflats of The Wash off Snettisham

Background imageLugworm Collection: Bait digging on mudflats of The Wash off Snettisham Norfolk winter

Bait digging on mudflats of The Wash off Snettisham Norfolk winter

Background imageLugworm Collection: Lugworm, Arenicola marina (Arenicola piscatorum) and sea mouse, Aphrodita aculeata

Lugworm, Arenicola marina (Arenicola piscatorum) and sea mouse, Aphrodita aculeata
FLO4720417 Lugworm, Arenicola marina (Arenicola piscatorum) and sea mouse, Aphrodita aculeata. Handcoloured lithograph by Gebhart after an illustration by Zehner from Georg Friedrich Treitschke's

Background imageLugworm Collection: Lugworm or sandworm, Arenicola marina 1, and Clymene amphistoma 2

Lugworm or sandworm, Arenicola marina 1, and Clymene amphistoma 2
6338465 Lugworm or sandworm, Arenicola marina 1, and Clymene amphistoma 2 by Corsi (19th century); (add.info.: Lugworm or sandworm, Arenicola marina 1, and Clymene amphistoma 2)

Background imageLugworm Collection: Fossils of extinct sea urchins

Fossils of extinct sea urchins: Echinocorys (Ananchites) 1, Galerites globulosus 2, and Nucleolites patella 3. Ananchite ovale, Galerite globuloso, Nucleolite patella

Background imageLugworm Collection: Lugworm and sea mouse

Lugworm and sea mouse
Lugworm, Arenicola marina (Arenicola piscatorum) and sea mouse, Aphrodita aculeata. Handcoloured lithograph by Gebhart after an illustration by Zehner from Georg Friedrich Treitschkes Gallery of

Background imageLugworm Collection: Bait fisherman, Kent

Bait fisherman, Kent
A fisherman sucks up lug worm bait with a vacuum device on the beach at Dungeness, Kent, England. First published The Sunday Times Date: 1990

Background imageLugworm Collection: Bait digging, Lorient, France

Bait digging, Lorient, France
A man digs bait at low tide amidst the rotting wooden piles on a beach near Lorent, Brittany, France. First published The Sunday Times Date: 1988

Background imageLugworm Collection: Illustration of Arenicola marina (Lugworm or Sandworm) in tunnel underneath a beach

Illustration of Arenicola marina (Lugworm or Sandworm) in tunnel underneath a beach

Background imageLugworm Collection: Coastal wildlife, artwork C016 / 7191

Coastal wildlife, artwork C016 / 7191
Coastal wildlife. Computer artwork showing the varying forms of wildlife found at different depths on a gently sloping Mediterranean coast, with an inset showing sand-dwelling life (lower right)

Background imageLugworm Collection: Lugworm-cast and holes on sandy beach, Northumberland UK

Lugworm-cast and holes on sandy beach, Northumberland UK
USH-2230 Lugworm - cast and holes on sandy beach Northumberland UK Arenicola marina Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageLugworm Collection: Cross section illustration of Lugworm in U-shaped burrow and coiled cast on surface of sand above

Cross section illustration of Lugworm in U-shaped burrow and coiled cast on surface of sand above

Background imageLugworm Collection: Illustration of Lugworm (Arenicola marina)

Illustration of Lugworm (Arenicola marina)

Background imageLugworm Collection: Illustration of a lugworm burrow, cross-section

Illustration of a lugworm burrow, cross-section

Background imageLugworm Collection: Picture No. 10847764

Picture No. 10847764
Lugworm (Arenicola) Date:

Background imageLugworm Collection: Picture No. 10983095

Picture No. 10983095
Sand Worms on beach Date:

Background imageLugworm Collection: Picture No. 10983044

Picture No. 10983044
Sand Worms on beach Date:

Background imageLugworm Collection: Lugworms (Arenicola marina)

Lugworms (Arenicola marina)

Background imageLugworm Collection: Lug Worm & cast, Wader food, Morecombe Bay, UK

Lug Worm & cast, Wader food, Morecombe Bay, UK
AEB-2558 LUGWORM & CAST - food for wading birds and used as fishing bait Morecambe Bay Arenicola Elizabeth Bomford contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Background imageLugworm Collection: Sea angler bait digging for worms, on coastal mudflats at low tide, The Wash, Snettisham, Norfolk

Sea angler bait digging for worms, on coastal mudflats at low tide, The Wash, Snettisham, Norfolk, England, november

Background imageLugworm Collection: Lugworm casts

Lugworm casts. The lugworm (Arenicola marina) is a marine worm that lives in a burrow in mudflats. These casts of excavated sand are produced from the tail-end of the burrow

Background imageLugworm Collection: Lugworm

Lugworm. Close-up of the head of a lugworm (Arenicola marina). Lugworms are a marine species of annelid worm that have parapodia (hair-like outgrowths) and gills

Background imageLugworm Collection: Lugworm body

Lugworm body. Close-up of a section of the body of a lugworm (Arenicola marina). Lugworms are a marine species of annelid worm that have parapodia (hair-like outgrowths) and gills

Background imageLugworm Collection: Lugworm casts on sandy beach Normandy France

Lugworm casts on sandy beach Normandy France
MAB-878 Lugworm casts on sandy beach Normandy France Arenicola sp Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageLugworm Collection: Lugworm - casts

Lugworm - casts
JLM-4724 Lugworm - casts Arenicola John Mason Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageLugworm Collection: Lugworm casts - photographed at low tide with St Michael's Mount in the background

Lugworm casts - photographed at low tide with St Michael's Mount in the background. Cornwall, England
DK-96 Lugworm casts - photographed at low tide with St Michael's Mount in the background Cornwall, England. Arenicola marina David Kilbey Please note that prints are for personal display purposes

Background imageLugworm Collection: Lugworm - casts on a beach. Cornwall, UK

Lugworm - casts on a beach. Cornwall, UK
DK-153 Lugworm - casts on a beach St Michael's Mount, Cornwall, UK Arenicola marina David Kilbey Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageLugworm Collection: Black-headed Gull - Pair with regurgitated lugworms

Black-headed Gull - Pair with regurgitated lugworms
USH-858 Black-Headed GULL - with regurgitated lugworms Larus ridibundus Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way


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"Beneath the Muddy Depths: Exploring the Enigmatic World of Lugworms" Bait digging on the mudflats of The Wash off Snettisham, Norfolk during winter reveals a fascinating sight - the elusive lugworm. Also known as sandworms, these creatures belong to the species Arenicola marina 1 and Clymene amphistoma 2, and they hold secrets that date back millions of years. As we delve into their world, we uncover remnants of ancient sea life. Fossils of extinct sea urchins serve as reminders of a time long gone but not forgotten. Lugworms coexist with other intriguing marine organisms such as the enigmatic sea mouse. From Kent's bait fishermen to Lorient in France, people have recognized the value of lugworms for centuries. Their ability to attract fish makes them an invaluable resource for anglers seeking a successful catch. Illustrations vividly depict Arenicola marina burrowing beneath sandy beaches, creating intricate tunnels that house their mysterious lives. Coastal wildlife artists capture their essence in stunning artwork (C016 / 7191), showcasing these remarkable creatures amidst their natural habitat. Cross-section illustrations reveal more about lugworm behavior - U-shaped burrows with coiled casts on sandy surfaces above provide insight into their daily routines. Waste at entrance points and discarded tubes from Sand Masons further emphasize how interconnected this ecosystem truly is. The illustration itself showcases Arenicola marina in all its glory - its unique anatomy and vibrant colors come alive on paper, inviting us to marvel at nature's wonders once again. Intriguingly complex yet beautifully simple, a cross-section illustration unveils another facet existence - hidden within its burrow lies a bustling world teeming with life. Shells and sand form protective barriers around these industrious worms' homes while they tirelessly work towards survival. So next time you find yourself on a coastal adventure, take a moment to appreciate the humble lugworm.