BIOTIC Species Information for Pygospio elegans
Researched byDan Bayley Data supplied byMBA
Refereed byThis information is not refereed.
General Biology
Growth formTubicolous
Vermiform segmented
Feeding method
Mobility/MovementBurrower
Environmental positionInfaunal
Typical food types Habit
Bioturbator Flexibility
Fragility SizeSmall(1-2cm)
Height Growth Rate
Adult dispersal potential Dependency
SociabilitySolitary
Toxic/Poisonous?No
General Biology Additional Information
Biology References Hayward & Ryland, 1990, , Giangrande, 1997,
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