Feather Hydroid
Pennaria disticha
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–29 m
- Max size: 30 cm
The feather hydroid grows in plume like colonies up to about thirty centimetres tall on reefs, ledges and mangrove roots in warm seas worldwide. Its branches bristle with stinging cells, so a careless brush can leave an irritating welt.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Cnidaria › Hydrozoa › Anthoathecata › Pennariidae › Pennaria
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 117802.
FAQ
- How deep does the Feather Hydroid live?
- The Feather Hydroid (Pennaria disticha) is typically found at 0–29 m.
- How big does the Feather Hydroid get?
- The Feather Hydroid grows to about 30 cm.