Order
Common name: Serpulid Worms
Scientific name: Scopalinida
Serpulid worms, commonly known as tube worms or feather duster worms, belong to the order Scopalinida. These marine annelids are known for their calcareous tubes and colorful, fan-like crowns used for filter feeding. They are popular in reef aquariums for their ornamental appearance and their role in nutrient cycling. Serpulids can be sensitive to water quality and require stable conditions with moderate flow and lighting. They are non-aggressive and can coexist with a variety of tank mates.
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- Common name: Ruetzler's SpongeScientific name: Scopalina ruetzleri
- Common name: Carter's StylissaScientific name: Stylissa carteri
- Common name: Flabelliformis SpongeScientific name: Stylissa flabelliformis
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- Common name: Yellow Prawn-GobyScientific name: Svenzea zeai