Family
Common name: Bristle Worms
Scientific name: Syllidae
Syllidae is a family of polychaete worms, commonly known as bristle worms or fire worms. They are characterized by their elongated bodies, segmented with bristles on each segment. Many species within this family are beneficial scavengers in reef aquariums, consuming detritus and uneaten food. However, some, like the fire worms, can be harmful to corals and other invertebrates due to their stinging bristles. Hobbyists should handle them with care or remove them if they become a nuisance.