Species record
Bearded Fireworm
Hermodice carunculata
Explore the Bearded Fireworm (Hermodice carunculata) species record in The Ark Is Earth, including classification, habitat, distribution, conservation information, and sources.
Summary
The Bearded Fireworm is a bristled marine worm found in warm Atlantic and Mediterranean waters across parts of Africa, Europe, and the Americas. Its conspicuous white bristles can break off in skin and cause a painful irritation, while the worm feeds as a predator and scavenger. It helps recycle organic material but may damage corals and other sessile animals in some reef habitats.
Classification in this archive
Animals › Segmented worms › Bristle worms › Amphinomida › Amphinomidae › Hermodice
Habitat and distribution
- Regions in this record
- Africa, Europe, North America, South America
Demonstration note
[DEMO] Its pale bristles break off easily and can cause a painful burning sensation in skin.