Bobbit Worm (Eunice aphroditois)

Bobbit Worm (Eunice aphroditois)

Comparison illustration of the size of a Bobbit Worm to other worms
Description
Description

The Bobbit Worm (Eunice aphroditois) is a bristleworm that lives in self-made burrows in the ocean floor. They mainly live in the Atlantic Ocean, but they are also found in the Indo-Pacific ocean area. Due to their slim bodies and ability to hunt and blend in tight spaces, they are often found among coral reefs. As an omnivore, the species eats small fish, worms, seaweed, and other macroalgae. Physically, the Bobbit Worm has a hard exoskeleton, two eyes and five antennae on the head, and retractable mandibles. Color variations can be deep purple, black, and a metallic hue, and the fourth antenna is always white.

Dimensions & Sizes
Dimensions & Sizes

The Bobbit Worm has an overall length between 3.28’-9.84’ (1-3 m), diameter of .79”-1.97” (2-4 cm), and weight of .77-1 lb (.35-.45 kg). The typical lifespan of the Bobbit Worm is between 3-5 years.

Scaled collection of drawings of Bobbit Worm in various poses
Scaled collection of drawings of Bobbit Worm in various poses
Series of outline illustrations of the Bobbit Worm
3D Model
3D Model
Details
Details

*Under Development*

Height:
Width:
.79”-1.97” | 2-4 cm (Diameter)
Depth:
Length:
3.28’-9.84’ | 1-3 m
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Weight:
.77-1 lb | .35-.45 kg
Area:
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Scientific Name:
Eunice aphroditois
Lifespan:
3-5 years

Drawings include:

Bobbit Worm top view (assorted)

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