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Proboscis worm (Glycera dibranchiata)
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Glycera dibranchiata
Also known as: Glycera dibranchiata
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  • Proboscis worm (Glycera dibranchiata)
    bloodworm

    The marine proboscis worm Glycera (class Polychaeta, family Glyceridae) is sometimes called bloodworm. G. dibranchiata is found along the eastern coast of North America. It grows to 37 centimetres (about 15 inches) in length.

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    The marine proboscis worm Glycera (class Polychaeta, family Glyceridae) is sometimes called bloodworm. G. dibranchiata is found along the eastern coast of North America. It grows to 37 centimetres (about 15 inches) in length.

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