Himantothallus grandifolius (A. Gepp & E.S. Gepp) Zinova, 1959 Large frond tang |
photo by
Arntz, Wolf E. |
Family: | Desmarestiaceae () | |||
Max. size: | 1000 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | sessile; marine; depth range 15 - 30 m | |||
Distribution: | Endemic to the Antarctic region. | |||
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Biology: | Largest known blades, 8 m in length and 1 m in width (Ref. 26875). Minimum depth from Ref. 116836. Found in isolated patches in the infra-littoral zone down to a depth of 30 m (Ref. 26875). | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251) | |||
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