New Zealand Seashore

DSC_1790 Blood worm, or toke moana (Glycera ovigera) largest of the NZ Glyceridae, and a typical sand burrower. Seen here in characteristic coiled pose when removed from substrate. It is a predatory worm feeding principally on amphipods and small bristle worms. Inhabits muddy sand beaches. Up to 18cm long. Warrington

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DSC_1790 Blood worm, or toke moana (Glycera ovigera) largest of the NZ Glyceridae, and a typical sand burrower. Seen here in characteristic coiled pose when removed from substrate. It is a predatory worm feeding principally on amphipods and small bristle worms. Inhabits muddy sand beaches. Up to 18cm long. Warrington

DSC 1790 Blood worm toke moana Bristle Glycera ovigera Glyceridae sand burrowing worm predatory Warrington