How deep does the Polychaete live?

The Polychaete (Dipolydora armata) is typically found at 0–300 m.

Polychaete

Dipolydora armata

Group: Other
Typical depth: 0–300 m

This bristle worm bores into chalky surfaces of every kind, from coralline algae crusts and sponges to living coral and old mollusk shells, down to about 300 metres. Its drilling habit makes it a common tenant of reef framework rather than a free roamer.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Annelida › Polychaeta › Spionida › Spionidae › Dipolydora

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 131115.

FAQ

How deep does the Polychaete live?: The Polychaete (Dipolydora armata) is typically found at 0–300 m.