Agassiz'z Peanut Worm
Phascolosoma agassizii
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–5 m
- Max size: 4 cm
The Agassiz's peanut worm lives in the intertidal and shallow subtidal, tucked among vegetation in sand and crevices. It extends a long retractable feeding end to gather detritus, pulling back into a plump body when disturbed.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Annelida › Sipuncula › Phascolosomatidae › Phascolosoma
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 266496.
FAQ
- How deep does the Agassiz'z Peanut Worm live?
- The Agassiz'z Peanut Worm (Phascolosoma agassizii) is typically found at 0–5 m.
- How big does the Agassiz'z Peanut Worm get?
- The Agassiz'z Peanut Worm grows to about 4 cm.