Polychaete

Syllis gracilis

Polychaete

A small active bristleworm of rocky shores and reefs, it is most abundant in the top few metres but ranges down to about 75. It hunts using a jawed pharynx, gripping and tearing small prey as it moves over hard ground.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Annelida › Polychaeta › Phyllodocida › Syllidae › Syllis

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 131435.

FAQ

How deep does the Polychaete live?
The Polychaete (Syllis gracilis) is typically found at 0–75 m.