Neanthes kerguelensis (McIntosh, 1885)
Spectacle worm
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Family:  Nereididae ()
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Environment:  benthic; marine; depth range 3 - 100 m
Distribution:  Southern Pacific, Atlantic, Antarctic and the Mediterranean Sea. Subtropical to polar.
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Biology:  It is found among and in holdfasts of giant kelps, Macrocystis pyrifera at depths of 3 to 100 m. They are omnivorous feeders (Ref. 87801).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
Threat to humans:  harmless
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