Bearded Fireworm
Group of Bearded Fireworms
Groups of Bearded Fireworms like this can sometimes be seen, and the reason is not fully known. It may be related to hidden food, pre-spawning behavior, or simply sharing shelter.
| Name: | Bearded Fireworm |
| Scientific Name: | Hermodice carunculata |
| Family: | Fireworms |
| Taxonomic: | Amphinomidae |
| ID Group: | Worms |
| Size: | up to 12 in. |
| Depth Range: | In shallow waters (0 – 15 ft.) |
| Sightings: | Seen many times |
This Fireworm has a segmented body that varies in color, including red, orange, gold, and gray. White tufts of hair line its sides, and a crown-like structure sits on its head.
The bristles of the Bearded Fireworm can cause painful stings, so Divers should be careful to avoid touching them.