Coco Worm – Yellow

Yellow Coco Worm Care Tips:

Minimum Tank Size: 5 Gallons

Max Size: Up to 10cm (4″)

Diet: Filter Feeder

Temperament: Peaceful

Lifespan: Up to 2 years

Scientific Name: Sabellastarte Indica

Coral Safe: Yes

Invertebrate Safe: Yes

Yellow Coco Worms are sessile invertebrates, they should be placed into the substrate/sand bed with its head sticking out of the sand. Their scientific name is Sabellastarte Indica. Coco worms are from the Sabellidae family. They have a maximum size of 4” and can live up to 2 years. Coco Worms are filter feeders, they will benefit from feedings of phytoplankton but will also catch any food floating by.  These invertebrates have a minimum tank size of 5 gallons. They are peaceful and are both coral and invertebrate safe. They should be in a sand bed at least 3 inches in a low flow area. When frightened they will retract into their tube protecting their head, under unideal conditions they can sometimes lose their head, but it should grow back within 1-2 months if proper conditions are re-established.