Christmas Tree Worm Rock For Sale

Spirobranchus giganteus, commonly known as the Christmas tree worm, is a tube-building polychaete worm belonging to the family Serpulidae Anatomy and morphology. Assortment of worms. Both its common and Latin names refer to the two chromatically hued spiral structures, the most common feature seen by divers..

Christmas tree worm rock for sale. Xmas Tree Worm Rocks of Porites corals are so awesome, it’s a wonder that they ever fell out of the spotlight from the reefing scene where once you had to have at least one cluster in your tank to have a reef aquarium. Whether it’s because they hearken back to the mid 90s of reefing when we dove in, or just because they are simply interesting, Xmas Tree Worm Rock Porites has always held a. Description: Also known as Jewel Stone, Christmas Worm Rock is a coral, usually Porites sp., that is colonized by a variety of colorful tube worms with spiraling crowns shaped like a christmas tree, hence the name. When disturbed or startled, these little worms will retreat quickly into their hidden tubes. The worm is aptly named, both its common and Latin names refer to the two chromatically. While the worm plumage is small (average 1-1.5 inches in length, the coloration is striking with bright yellow accents against the purple. They are very sensitive to disturbances and will rapidly retract into their burrows at the slightest touch or as I am trying to photograph them. Quality and care a step above. Family owned and operated. Home of Farm to Reeftank Aquacultured coral.

christmas tree worm rock. Thread starter rock_lobster; Start date Jul 21, 2018; Tagged users None Prev. 1; 2; First Prev 2 of 2. I’ve seen a few for sale in an auction by @Pieces of the Ocean. I have never been able to find a Cyphastrea with Christmas tree worms, and you find one for $20! Congrats . Like Reply. Reactions: najer and. Christmas tree worm rock Filter-feeding burrowing worms that pop in and out! For size reference, egg crate is 18mm square All photo's are of our actual stock for sale and are taken under mostly white light SORRY, BUT WE DO NOT SHIP LIVE CORALS... AVAILABLE FOR PICKUP FROM OUR SHOP ONLY. Since it is purely a filter feeder, the diet of the Christmas Tree Worm should be supplemented with liquid plankton-based foods. The Christmas Tree Worm is normally shipped with several individuals attached to a small peice of live rock or rubble. Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 1-1/2" to 2-1/2"; Medium: 2-1/2" to 3-1/2"; Large: 3-1/2" to 5" The Christmas Tree Worm, or Jewel Stone, was first described by scientists in 1766. Its crown comes in a variety of different colors, but is always paired. Usually, just the crown, which is spiraled in the shape of a Christmas tree, is seen; its body is hidden within the host coral. It has an operculum (top trap door)

Please post you pictures of you christmas tree worm rock. celacanthr Active Member. Aug 17, 2005 #2 christmas tree worms arent corals . speg Active Member. Aug 17, 2005 #3 Sometimes Christmas tree worms embed themselves in a certain type of hard coral and they sell the coral as a Christmas tree coral. The coral itself i've seen it to be a hard. Christmas Tree Worm Rock - Multi-Color, Medium: over 4.5-6.5", Jakarta $449.99 : 003252 : Christmas Tree Worm Rock - Multi-Color, Large: over 6.5-8.5", Jakarta $499.99 * Due to availability and individuality of each species, colors and sizes may vary.. Christmas Tree Worm Rock - Multi-Color. Spirobranchus spp. From $399.99 . Cluster Dusters. Bispira spp. From $29.99 : Subscribe to our e-Newsletter. Email * First Name * Last Name * * *Required field : SHIPPING INFO: Shipping Option: Order Status: Free Care Package: CONTACT US. 1) They're not cheap. Live Aquaria's prices start at $35 for a small (1.5 to 2.5 inch) rock or dead coral with an unspecified number of worms. ("Usually ships with several...") 2) You can get them as hitch hikers on live rock or coral, and in a healthy tank, they will multiply and spread.

The "Christmas tree" shape shown in the image is the animal's radioles, which can be up to about 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Each worm has two of these plumes, which are used for feeding and respiration. These Christmas tree-like crowns are composed of radioles, or hair-like appendages radiating from the worm’s central spine. These appendages are used for respiration and to catch dinner, which typically consists of microscopic plants, or phytoplankton, floating in the water. Each worm has two crowns or Christmas Trees. The worms come in a myriad of colours, but an individual’s two crowns are always the same colour. As well as being used in respiration, the the feathery Christmas Tree gathers food, wafting it down to the worm’s mouth. Christmas Tree Worm by Tim Nicholson Encrusting species of Porites, like the Boulder Coral, often enter the aquarium trade on live rock, or as a Christmas Tree Worm Rock. They come in many attractive colors including green, blue, golden yellow, yellow, purple, and pink. These colors can be very vivid, and for many specimens the color will be brought out under high intensity lighting.