Feather duster worms of several colours are present in most Porites corals.
These two were trapped during a survey with Arizona Game & Fish.
Google search results on this strange cluster of red worm creatures came up inconclusive. These strange animals were found in a shallow puddle of water on a trail in the mud, not too far from a large creek. Further identification is appreciated.
Captured by an Arizona Game and Fish Department volunteer during the annual spring ferret spotlighting event. Anesthetized by a veterinarian and vaccinated for Canine Distemper and Plague. Record low numbers this season.