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The Stippled wormfish (Microdesmus carri) is a brackish-water fish of the family Microdesmidae that grows up to 5 cm.
Western Atlantic; shallow soft bottoms of coastal waters and estuaries.
Description
Carr's wormfish is a wormfish (Microdesmidae) from the western Atlantic Ocean. The species has a very elongate, worm-like body with a long, low dorsal and anal fin and small eyes, adapted to a burrowing life. It inhabits shallow, soft sand and mud bottoms of coastal waters and estuaries, where it burrows. On and near the bottom it feeds on small zooplankton and small invertebrates. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Stippled wormfish?
The Stippled wormfish has a snake-like body, is mainly brown and shows a plain pattern. Very elongated, worm-shaped body; burrows into soft coastal bottoms.
Where does the Stippled wormfish live?
The Stippled wormfish lives in brackish water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Western Atlantic; shallow soft bottoms of coastal waters and estuaries.
How big does the Stippled wormfish get?
The Stippled wormfish grows to a maximum of about 5 cm.
Is the Stippled wormfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Stippled wormfish is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Stippled wormfish edible?
The Stippled wormfish is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Microdesmus
More from the family Microdesmidae
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