BIOTIC Species Information for Neanthes fucata
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| Researched by | Morvan Barnes | Data supplied by | MarLIN |
| Refereed by | This information is not refereed | ||
| General Biology | |||
| Growth form | Vermiform segmented |
Feeding method | Scavenger Detritivore Active suspension feeder Predator |
| Mobility/Movement | Permanent attachment Temporary attachment |
Environmental position | Infaunal Epizoic |
| Typical food types | Carrion (various invertebrates), detritus and suspended organic matter | Habit | Attached |
| Bioturbator | Not relevant | Flexibility | High (>45 degrees) |
| Fragility | Fragile | Size | Small(1-2cm) |
| Height | Not researched | Growth Rate | Not Researched |
| Adult dispersal potential | Not researched | Dependency | Commensal with/on/in |
| Sociability | Solitary | ||
| Toxic/Poisonous? | No | ||
| General Biology Additional Information | |||
| Biology References | Schroeder, 1989, Fauchald, 1977, Hayward & Ryland, 1995b, Fish & Fish, 1996, | ||
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