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Golden Bristle Worm (Chloeia flava) adult, feeding on discarded shell from moulted shrimp, on black sand

Golden Bristle Worm (Chloeia flava) adult, feeding on discarded shell from moulted shrimp, on black sand


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Golden Bristle Worm (Chloeia flava) adult, feeding on discarded shell from moulted shrimp, on black sand

Golden Bristle Worm (Chloeia flava) adult, feeding on discarded shell from moulted shrimp, on black sand, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, September

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Talk about a seafood feast! This Golden Bristle Worm knows how to dine in style, feasting on a discarded shell from a moulted shrimp. With its vibrant golden hue contrasting against the black sand of Lembeh Straits, this adult Chloeia flava is truly a sight to behold. Living in the coastal waters of Sulawesi, Indonesia, this marine scavenger has mastered the art of finding delicious treats along the ocean floor. Its segmented body and bristle-like appendages make it an efficient hunter and cleaner of these tropical seas. As it gracefully glides over the sandy seabed, our little worm friend here plays an important role in maintaining the balance of this aquatic ecosystem. By devouring leftover exoskeletons and other organic matter, it helps keep these pristine waters clean and thriving with life. It's fascinating to witness nature's recycling system at work as this Indonesian beauty savors every morsel left behind by its shrimp counterpart. From polychaetes to shrimps, no tasty treat goes unnoticed by our diligent scavenger! So next time you're strolling along a beach or exploring underwater wonders, don't forget to appreciate these unsung heroes like our Golden Bristle Worm here – they may not be as flashy as their coral reef neighbors but are just as vital for sustaining life beneath those shimmering waves.

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