Arenicola marina

  • Lugworm
  • Köderwurm
  • Zeepier
  • Arénicole
  • Arenicola
  • Arenicola

Distribution

  • The temperate Atlantic
  • The Mediterranean

Surrounding and environment

  • The animal lies on or is attached to sand
  • The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
  • The species can be found between 0 and 20 Meters.
  • Very common species.
  • The species is generally isolated

General characteristics of the species

  • Length of the worm : 30 cm
  • The animal can show variable colouring

Relationship with humans

  • The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
  • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
    • - Chemistry/pharmacy