Transcriptomic response of Lanice conchilega exposed to low-frequency noise
The sandmason worm Lanice conchilega is a key ecosystem engineer on European intertidal and subtidal shores, forming dense tube aggregations known as biogenic reefs. These reefs enhance benthic biodiversity and support biogeochemical cycling in coastal areas. However, the pumping behavior of this polychaete may be sensitive to external stressors. This project characterizes the transcriptomic response of L. conchilega to low-frequency noise exposure and provides a de novo reference transcriptome for the species.