Doubletoothed Hydroid
Obelia bidentata
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–35 m
The doubletoothed hydroid grows as a branching colony fixed to hard surfaces, each tiny polyp catching plankton from the current. It spreads across mangroves, sheltered bays and caves, and has even been found on the tops of deep seamounts.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Cnidaria › Hydrozoa › Leptothecata › Campanulariidae › Obelia
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 117385.
FAQ
- How deep does the Doubletoothed Hydroid live?
- The Doubletoothed Hydroid (Obelia bidentata) is typically found at 0–35 m.