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Christmas Tree Worm on Rock, Multicolor
(Spirobranchus porites)
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Quick Stats
Care Level
Difficult
Temperament
Peaceful
Color Form
Assorted
Diet
Omnivore
Water Conditions
72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.023-1.025
Max. Size
1"
Origin
Indonesia
Family
Serpulidae
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Overview
The Christmas Tree Worm, or Jewel Stone, was first described by scientists in 1766. Its crown comes in a variety of different colors, but is always paired. Usually, just the crown, which is spiraled in the shape of a Christmas tree, is seen; its body is hidden within the host coral. It has an operculum (top trap door) that covers its tube when it withdraws its crown. There are often several Christmas Tree Worms in the same area, though they do not live in close groups.
The Christmas Tree Worm is somewhat shy of movement and prefers to be in the shade of rocky overhangs, out of the bright light. It is very intolerant of copper-based medications.
Breeding in the home aquarium is very rare.
Since it is purely a filter feeder, the diet of the Christmas Tree Worm should be supplemented with liquid plankton-based foods.
The Christmas Tree Worm is normally shipped with several individuals attached to a small peice of live rock or rubble.
Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 1-1/2" to 2-1/2"; Medium: 2-1/2" to 3-1/2"; Large: 3-1/2" to 5"
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