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Ragworm

Ragworm

Ragworms are active, predatory worms found in the estuarine mud and sand around Southend Pier. They have bristly bodies and a pair of jaws for catching prey. Ragworms are often used as bait by anglers, and their burrows contribute to the health of the estuary sediment.

Moderate

Spotability:

All Year Round

When to See:

Marine Invertebrate
Category:

Length: 10-30 cm 

Colour: Greenish or brown, with visible bristles along their segmented bodies.

Lifespan: 2-4 years

Least Concern globally.

Conservation Status:

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