How deep does the Polychaete live?

The Polychaete (Eunice indica) is typically found at 30–940 m.

Polychaete

Eunice indica

Group: Other
Typical depth: 30–940 m

A bristle worm of sandy and muddy bottoms ranging from shallows down to nearly 1,000 metres, this species belongs to a family of strong jawed worms. Depending on circumstance it may hunt small animals, graze algae or scavenge whatever organic matter it finds.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Annelida › Polychaeta › Eunicida › Eunicidae › Eunice

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 209824.

FAQ

How deep does the Polychaete live?: The Polychaete (Eunice indica) is typically found at 30–940 m.