Family: |
Clionaidae (Boring sponges) |
Max. size: |
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Environment: |
sessile; marine; depth range 1 - 30 m |
Distribution: |
Southwest Atlantic and Southeast Pacific: Argentina, Galapagos and Chile. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
This species is found on rocky substrates on steep to nearly horizontal areas at depths of 1 to 30 m. They are observed to perforate shells of bivalves and gastropods as well as stony corals (Ref. 87801). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
Country info: |
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