Elephant Ear Tunicate
Polyclinum planum
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–30 m
- Max size: 20 cm
This flattened, ear shaped colonial tunicate grows on rock from the very low intertidal down to about 30 metres. Dozens of tiny individuals share the soft slab, each straining plankton from the water passing through.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Ascidiacea › Aplousobranchia › Polyclinidae › Polyclinum
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 251110.
FAQ
- How deep does the Elephant Ear Tunicate live?
- The Elephant Ear Tunicate (Polyclinum planum) is typically found at 0–30 m.
- How big does the Elephant Ear Tunicate get?
- The Elephant Ear Tunicate grows to about 20 cm.