How deep does the Catworm live?

The Catworm (Nephtys hombergii) is typically found at 26–400 m.

How big does the Catworm get?

The Catworm grows to about 20 cm.

Catworm

Nephtys hombergii

Group: Other
Typical depth: 26–400 m
Max size: 20 cm

A robust, pearly bristleworm that burrows through fine sand and mud along coasts and into estuaries, it hunts and scavenges and will even turn on its own kind. It grows to about 20 centimetres and ranges down to roughly 400 metres.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Annelida › Polychaeta › Phyllodocida › Nephtyidae › Nephtys

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 130359.

FAQ

How deep does the Catworm live?: The Catworm (Nephtys hombergii) is typically found at 26–400 m.
How big does the Catworm get?: The Catworm grows to about 20 cm.