Lugworm  (Arenicola marina)

Species information

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Threats

Lugworms provide an important source of food for many species of wading shore birds including the oystercatcher (Haematopus ostralegus) and curlew (Numenius arquata). They are also collected commercially for use as bait in angling (3).

Conservation

No conservation action has been targeted at this species.

There may be further information about this species available via the National Biodiversity Network Gateway.
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