Lugworm


 * Phyla:** Annelida


 * Class:** Polychaeta


 * Scientific Name:** //Arenicola marina//


 * Location:** Northeastern Europe and the lower shores of Britain


 * Size:** up to 20cm


 * Habitat:** sand and mud in J-shaped burrows roughly 20cm below the surface


 * Living Requirements:** sand and sediments to burrow in and to feed on the micro-organisms and detritus


 * Life Cycle:** typically live 5-6 years: spawn between October and November


 * Male and Female Differences:** none other than sex organs


 * Facts:**
 * Can regenerate its tail
 * Are commonly used by fishermen for bait
 * Serve as a food source for many animals such as: flatfish and birds





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 * Note: This video is more about lugworms as bait, but it gives great insight into where lugworms live

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