How deep does the Light-Bulb Ascidian live?

The Light-Bulb Ascidian (Clavelina lepadiformis) is typically found at 0–50 m.

Light-Bulb Ascidian

Clavelina lepadiformis

Group: Other
Typical depth: 0–50 m

Named for its translucent bodies, the light bulb ascidian grows in clusters on rocks and pilings from the low water mark to about 50 metres. Each clear tube draws in seawater and strains out the plankton, the bright internal organs glowing like a filament.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Ascidiacea › Aplousobranchia › Clavelinidae › Clavelina

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 103552.

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How deep does the Light-Bulb Ascidian live?: The Light-Bulb Ascidian (Clavelina lepadiformis) is typically found at 0–50 m.