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Cookiecutter Worm
Syllis prolifera
The Cookiecutter Worm is a segmented marine polychaete notable for its unique reproductive strategy and striking appearance. It is named for the neat, round holes it creates in marine substrates, reminiscent of the marks left by a cookiecutter. This worm features a slender, elon…
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- Despite their small size, Cookiecutter Worms can quickly regenerate missing parts, making them resilient survivors in their dynamic coastal habitats.
- Cookiecutter Worms can reproduce both sexually and asexually, and are capable of regenerating lost body segments. They use their bristles for both locomotion and digging, helping to aerate the ocean floor.
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