Azorean Barnacle
Megabalanus azoricus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–20 m
- For divers: safe
A large barnacle of exposed Azorean rocky shores, it forms bands just below the low tide line where the surf is strongest. It sweeps plankton from the water with feathery legs and is used to track the health of coastal waters.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Arthropoda › Thecostraca › Balanomorpha › Balanidae › Megabalanus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 106224.
FAQ
- How deep does the Azorean Barnacle live?
- The Azorean Barnacle (Megabalanus azoricus) is typically found at 0–20 m.
- Is the Azorean Barnacle dangerous to divers?
- The Azorean Barnacle is harmless to divers.