Bearded Fireworm
Bearded Fireworm

Bearded Fireworm

Hermodice carunculata

Its white bristles detach on contact and stay in the skin, causing a burning that lasts for hours.

Depth range
3–109 m / 10–358 ft
Conservation status
Not Evaluated by IUCN

Macro & Critters · Tube Worms & Fireworms

Caribbean Mediterranean & Canary Islands Red Sea Eastern Pacific