Betta hobbyists are unlikely to introduce giant versions of these worms to their fish tank, but the smaller ones make a nutritious treat for bettas. Unlike midge fly larvae, bristle worms can reach lengths of up to 14 inches at their full size. These have pale, translucent skin that allows the hemoglobin to show through, giving them a reddish appearance. If you think an infestation of midge flies in your fish tank is necessary to obtain bloodworms, don’t worry – another type of “bloodworm” is the Glycera – a group of bristle worms that thrive in marine conditions. The adult form of these “bloodworms” is a small, harmless fly.
These aren’t worms at all – they are simply a form of larvae with a reddish, worm-like, segmented body.
The most common type of bloodworms is midge flies’ larvae, tiny insects resembling mosquitoes. Can Bettas Catch A Disease From Bloodworms?īloodworm is a general term used to refer to different species.
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