| Family: |
Membraniporidae () |
| Max. size: |
5 cm WD (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
sessile; marine; depth range 0 - 28 m |
| Distribution: |
Pacific Ocean, Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Size refers to diameter (Ref. 865). Found on Laminaria fronds and holdfast and on rocks (Ref. 1442). An epibenthic suspension/filter feeder; omnivorous, thrives on particulate organic matter and phytoplankton (Ref. 93816). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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| Threat to humans: |
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