Nephthys sand worms
Nephtys spp.
Fun Fact: This species is named after the Egyptian goddess Nephthys.
Introduction: Nephthys' sand-worms (Nephtys spp.) burrow in lagoonal sandbanks and sandy beaches. The anterior lobe is small, squat and equipped with 4 antennae. The proboscis is usually withdrawn into the body and rows of soft spikes line the snout in a ring of finger-like papillae. This species is named after the Egyptian goddess Nephthys.
Distribution: Throughout the Namibian coastline
Diet: Minute sea food
Colouration: White body
Max size: 65mm
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