How deep does the Boa Worm live?

The Boa Worm (Sthenelais boa) is typically found at 4–24 m.

How big does the Boa Worm get?

The Boa Worm grows to about 20 cm.

Boa Worm

Sthenelais boa

Group: Other
Typical depth: 4–24 m
Max size: 20 cm

A long, flattened scaleworm covered along its back by rows of overlapping scales, it threads through fine and coarse coastal sediment hunting prey and scavenging. It grows to about 20 centimetres in shallow estuarine and inshore ground.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Annelida › Polychaeta › Phyllodocida › Sigalionidae › Sthenelais

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 131074.

FAQ

How deep does the Boa Worm live?: The Boa Worm (Sthenelais boa) is typically found at 4–24 m.
How big does the Boa Worm get?: The Boa Worm grows to about 20 cm.