worms > Phylum Annelida > Class Polychaeta > Order Sabellida > Family Sabellidae
White spiral fan worm
awaiting identification*
Family Sabellidae
updated Aug 10
Where seen? This small fanworm is sometimes seen on some of our shores, especially in sandy areas near coral rubble.

Features: Fan about 2-3cm in diameter. The fan forms a double or triple spiral. The white feathery tentacles have tiny maroon spots on the 'rib'. There are also maroon spots on the white body.
The worms are often seen close to one another, in groups of 5 or more. They are very sensitive to disturbances and will disappear at the slightest sign of danger.

Pulau Sekudu, Aug 05
 

Appendages that are used to create the tube.

White spiral fan worms on Singapore shores

Chek Jawa, May 05


Pulau Tekukor, May 07

Pulau Hantu, May 06

Sisters Island, Feb 06

more photos of white spiral fan worms on Singapore shores
northern shores | southern shores

*Species are difficult to positively identify without close examination.
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