BIOTIC Species Information for Scaphander lignarius
Researched byCharlotte Marshall Data supplied byMarLIN
Refereed byThis information is not refereed.
General Biology
Growth formGlobose
Feeding methodPredator
Mobility/MovementBurrower
Environmental position
Typical food types HabitFree living
Bioturbator FlexibilityNone (< 10 degrees)
FragilityIntermediate SizeSmall-medium(3-10cm)
Height Growth Rate
Adult dispersal potential100-1000m DependencyIndependent
SociabilitySolitary
Toxic/Poisonous?No
General Biology Additional Information
Biology References Hayward & Ryland, 1995b,
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