How deep does the Polychaete live?

The Polychaete (Polyophthalmus pictus) is typically found at 0–50 m.

Polychaete

Polyophthalmus pictus

Group: Other
Typical depth: 0–50 m

A small burrowing worm of sandy and weedy shallows down to about 50 metres, it works through the sediment eating detritus and the remains of dead crustaceans. Rows of eyespots run along its body, unusual among segmented worms.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Annelida › Polychaeta › Opheliidae › Polyophthalmus

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 130510.

FAQ

How deep does the Polychaete live?: The Polychaete (Polyophthalmus pictus) is typically found at 0–50 m.