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Macrophiothrix longipeda
Macrophiothrix longipeda (Lamarck, 1816)
Macrophiothrix longipeda
photo by Batoy, Corazon B.

Family:  Ophiodermatidae ()
Max. size:  2 cm WD (male/unsexed)
Environment:  reef-associated; marine; depth range 0 - 290 m
Distribution:  Indo-West Pacific.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Occurs buried in sand or under boulders of shallow intertidal areas to depths of 50 m (Ref. 800). It is found in coral reefs, under rocks or among dead corals (Ref. 87041). Feeds on suspended material and carrion (Ref. 800).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
Threat to humans:  harmless
Country info:   
 

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