How deep does the Knotted Thread Hydroid live?

The Knotted Thread Hydroid (Obelia geniculata) is typically found at 0–100 m.

Knotted Thread Hydroid

Obelia geniculata

Group: Other
Typical depth: 0–100 m

The knotted thread hydroid grows as a fine branching colony on green and brown seaweeds, often clinging to giant kelp in shallow coastal water. It buds off tiny free swimming jellyfish that join the plankton before settling to start the cycle again.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Cnidaria › Hydrozoa › Leptothecata › Campanulariidae › Obelia

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 117388.

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How deep does the Knotted Thread Hydroid live?: The Knotted Thread Hydroid (Obelia geniculata) is typically found at 0–100 m.