How deep does the Salp live?

The Salp (Thalia democratica) is typically found at 0–830 m.

How big does the Salp get?

The Salp grows to about 1.8 cm.

Salp

Thalia democratica

Group: Other
Typical depth: 0–830 m
Max size: 1.8 cm

A see through, barrel shaped tunicate that drifts in warm surface water, the salp pumps the sea through its body to filter out plankton. It alternates between solitary individuals and long chains of clones, and grows only about 2 centimetres.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Thaliacea › Salpida › Salpidae › Thalia

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 137279.

FAQ

How deep does the Salp live?: The Salp (Thalia democratica) is typically found at 0–830 m.
How big does the Salp get?: The Salp grows to about 1.8 cm.