How deep does the Polychaete live?

The Polychaete (Melinna cristata) is typically found at 27–237 m.

Polychaete

Melinna cristata

Group: Other
Typical depth: 27–237 m

A tube dwelling bristleworm of muddy bottoms, it stays anchored in place and feeds with a crown of tentacles, taking both organic detritus off the surface and particles from the water. It lives between about 27 and 237 metres.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Annelida › Polychaeta › Terebellida › Melinnidae › Melinna

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 129804.

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How deep does the Polychaete live?: The Polychaete (Melinna cristata) is typically found at 27–237 m.