Whitecross Flatworm

Whitecross Flatworm
Name: Whitecross Flatworm
Scientific Name: Thysanozoon brocchii
Family: Polyclad Flatworms
Taxonomic: Pseudocerotidae
ID Group: Worms
Size: up to 0.6 in.
Depth Range: In shallow waters (0 – 15 ft.)
Sightings: Seen very rarely

The Whitecross Flatworm has a reddish-brown body covered with pointed bumps. A white cross-shaped marking appears in the center of its back, with many small white spots along the edges.

This Flatworm lives in shallow sand and rubble. Its unique markings help it blend into its surroundings.