Halocynthia papillosa
Halocyntia papillosa, also known as the red sea squirt is a sea peach or sea squirt, a species of tunicate.
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Distribution
This species occurs at depths of 2 to 100 metres It attaches itself to rocks and overhangs, or among Posidonia. It can be found in the Northeast Atlantic, Western Pacific, along the Portuguese coast, and the Mediterranean.[1]
Description
Halocynthia papillosa is usually about 10 cm high but can reach 20 cm. It can contract when disturbed.[2]
References
- http://www.sealifebase.org/summary/SpeciesSummary.php?id=55212
- "Halocynthia papillosa - Red sea-squirt - Biology of the Tunicates". European Marine Life. 2007-10-07. Retrieved 2010-07-30.
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