Polychaete

Eulalia magalaensis

Polychaete

A bristleworm that tucks into cracks and crevices, under boulders, among coral rubble, and in mussel beds across a broad depth range down past six hundred metres. It is a harmless mobile predator, creeping over surfaces in search of small prey.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Annelida › Polychaeta › Phyllodocida › Phyllodocidae › Eulalia

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 337549.

FAQ

How deep does the Polychaete live?
The Polychaete (Eulalia magalaensis) is typically found at 9–636 m.
Is the Polychaete dangerous to divers?
The Polychaete is harmless to divers.