BIOTIC Species Information for Polydora spp.
Researched byDan Bayley Data supplied byMBA
Refereed byThis information is not refereed.
General Biology
Growth formTubicolous
Vermiform segmented
Feeding methodActive suspension feeder
Surface deposit feeder
Mobility/MovementBurrower
Environmental positionEpibenthic
Epilithic
Typical food typesDetritus HabitTubiculous
Bioturbator Flexibility
Fragility SizeSmall-medium(3-10cm)
Height Growth Rate
Adult dispersal potential> 10km Dependency
SociabilityGregarious
Toxic/Poisonous?No
General Biology Additional Information
Biology References Giangrande, 1997, Hayward & Ryland, 1995b,
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