Clam Worms

This is a group of marine or shore worms that are also

known as bloodworms,

sandworms, or rag worms.

Clam Worms

These worms are probably

the most advanced of

the segmented worms.

Clam Worms

They range in size from just a

few centimeters to almost a meter

in some species!

Clam Worms

They are generally found in muddy or sandy habits

in our area.

Larger worms are harvested and shipped to this area as fishing bait

from the Northeast.

Clam Worms

Clam worms have a pair of flat outgrowths on almost all of their segments

that aid in movement.

Clam Worms

These worms also have a head with a

sharp, retractable pair

of jaws.

Clam Worms

Their principle food is small

amphipods and other worms. They will also

eat plant material.