| Family: |
Ischnochitonidae (chitons [narrow chitons]) |
| Max. size: |
2.4 cm DL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 480 m |
| Distribution: |
Western Atlantic and Eastern Pacific: Chile, Argentina and Falkland Islands. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
This species is found on cobbles encrusted with calcareous red algae, pebbles and shells lying in silt at depths of 0 to 480 m (Ref. 87801). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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| Threat to humans: |
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