| Family: |
Pontoporeiidae () |
| Max. size: |
0.6 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthic; brackish; marine; depth range 0 - 40 m |
| Distribution: |
Northeast Atlantic. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Species' maximum length from the Belgian part of the North Sea (Ref. 7882). Found in estuarine (Ref. 96352) and coastal zones, in medium to coarse-grained sediment with a low mud content of less than 20% (Refs. 7882, 96565), in sandbanks as well as muddy substrates (Refs. 96352, 125165). A microvore that feeds on organic detritus (Ref. 96352). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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| Threat to humans: |
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