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Tell us your tale of coming nose-to-nose with a 6 gill [--this big--], or about your vacation to turquoise warm waters. Share your adventures here!
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PapaZ
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We saw this at Sund Rock, north wall, 70 foot down.

About 4 feet long.

Appreciate ID.
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Some video clips.....

https://youtu.be/UC0TQ93PQF8
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Scubie Doo
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I believe it is a ribbon worm. Not sure exactly what type.


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I've seen that worm during night dives , very hidden and staying halfway in it's home..
Red lined ribbon worm
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Also known as White Ring Ribbon Worm
Scientific name of: Tubulanua albocinctus
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