How deep does the Polychaete live?

The Polychaete (Scolelepis squamata) is typically found at 0–27 m.

Polychaete

Scolelepis squamata

Group: Other
Typical depth: 0–27 m

This bristle worm builds temporary vertical tubes of sand and mucus in the surf zone, slipping up and down as the beach shifts. It reaches into the water to gather suspended food and sweeps the sand surface for deposits, digging occasionally to nearly half a metre down.

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

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 157566.

FAQ

How deep does the Polychaete live?: The Polychaete (Scolelepis squamata) is typically found at 0–27 m.