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Worms in the Surf?

By Rudy Mancke
Published August 1, 2016 at 5:02 AM EDT
Three, live Clam Worms (nautiliniellid worms), recovered on the Windows to the Deep 2003: Exploration of the Blake Ridge cruise.
Courtesy of Jennifer Dreyer, Windows to the Deep 2003: Exploration of the Blake Ridge, NOAA-OER.

In its reproductive stage, clam worms leave the safety of their habitat, often in great numbers. Not much is known about the mutual relationship between the worms with their host clam.

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Rudy Mancke
Rudy Mancke served as naturalist and co-host of South Carolina ETV's <i>NatureScene</i>, which began its long run in 1978. His field trips, broadcast nationwide, earned him a legion of dedicated viewers. Rudy's knowledge of the complex inner-workings of different ecosystems and his great admiration for the natural world make him the perfect guide. In fact, the National Wildlife Federation and the Garden Club of America honored his commitment to resource conservation with special awards. After retiring from SCETV, Rudy went on to become naturalist-in-residence at the University of South Carolina, Columbia. He hosted SC Public Radio's <i>NatureNotes</i> from 1999 until his death in 2023 at age 78.
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