How big does the By-The-Wind Sailor get?

The By-The-Wind Sailor grows to about 0 cm.

By-The-Wind Sailor

Velella velella

Group: Other
Max size: 0 cm

Out on the open ocean this floating colony rides the surface behind a small stiff sail set at an angle, letting the wind push it along. Below it trails a fringe of polyps that snare fish eggs, copepods and other small drifters from the water.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Cnidaria › Hydrozoa › Anthoathecata › Porpitidae › Velella

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 117832.

FAQ

How big does the By-The-Wind Sailor get?: The By-The-Wind Sailor grows to about 0 cm.