How deep does the Polychaete live?

The Polychaete (Perinereis cultrifera) is typically found at 0–38 m.

Polychaete

Perinereis cultrifera

Group: Other
Typical depth: 0–38 m

A ragworm of exposed rocky shores, it threads through mussel beds and even turns up in sea caves, from the tide line down to around 40 metres. It is an active predator, swimming and crawling after small prey along the bottom.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Annelida › Polychaeta › Phyllodocida › Nereididae › Perinereis

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 130408.

FAQ

How deep does the Polychaete live?: The Polychaete (Perinereis cultrifera) is typically found at 0–38 m.