How deep does the Reef Tunicate live?

The Reef Tunicate (Rhopalaea abdominalis) is typically found at 0–80 m.

Reef Tunicate

Rhopalaea abdominalis

Group: Other
Typical depth: 0–80 m

A solitary reef tunicate, this species grows on coral debris, mangrove roots and peat banks from the shallows down to eighty metres. It pumps water through its translucent body to filter out tiny food particles.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Ascidiacea › Aplousobranchia › Diazonidae › Rhopalaea

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 251318.

FAQ

How deep does the Reef Tunicate live?: The Reef Tunicate (Rhopalaea abdominalis) is typically found at 0–80 m.