BIOTIC Species Information for Chaetopterus variopedatus
Researched byLizzie Tyler Data supplied byUniversity of Sheffield
Refereed byThis information is not refereed.
General Biology
Growth formVermiform segmented
Feeding methodPassive suspension feeder
Active suspension feeder
Mobility/MovementBurrower
Environmental positionEpifaunal
Infaunal
Typical food typesSuspended organic particulates HabitTubiculous
BioturbatorNot relevant FlexibilityHigh (>45 degrees)
FragilityFragile SizeMedium-large(21-50cm)
Height Growth RateInsufficient information
Adult dispersal potentialVery limited (<1m) DependencyIndependent
SociabilitySolitary
Toxic/Poisonous?No
General Biology Additional InformationThe adult worm is up to 25 cm in length and lives in tough, permanent, U-shaped tubes up to 30 cm in length.
Biology References Hayward & Ryland, 1995b, Julie Bremner, unpub data,
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