How deep does the Glycerine Worm live?

The Glycerine Worm (Glycera tridactyla) is typically found at 0–1100 m.

Glycerine Worm

Glycera tridactyla

Group: Other
Typical depth: 0–1100 m

This pale, pointed bloodworm drives a muscular eversible proboscis tipped with fangs out into the sediment to seize prey. It burrows in silt and fine sand in estuaries and inshore waters, ranging from the surface to around 1,100 metres.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Annelida › Polychaeta › Phyllodocida › Glyceridae › Glycera

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 130130.

FAQ

How deep does the Glycerine Worm live?: The Glycerine Worm (Glycera tridactyla) is typically found at 0–1100 m.