Isipingense Ascidian
Polyclinum isipingense
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–20 m
- Max size: 30 cm
This colonial ascidian forms a soft, fleshy mat on shallow rocky reefs, its surface a patchwork of tiny embedded individuals that each draw in water to feed. Together they filter plankton from the current, sharing a common jellylike body.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Ascidiacea › Aplousobranchia › Polyclinidae › Polyclinum
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 215890.
FAQ
- How deep does the Isipingense Ascidian live?
- The Isipingense Ascidian (Polyclinum isipingense) is typically found at 0–20 m.
- How big does the Isipingense Ascidian get?
- The Isipingense Ascidian grows to about 30 cm.