Colony Sea Squirt
Didemnum cuculliferum
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 8–20 m
- Max size: 2 cm
A small colonial tunicate that forms thin encrusting sheets, this species lives on hard surfaces between about 8 and 20 metres. Its colonies are stiffened with countless tiny mineral spicules, and every member filters plankton from the water.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Ascidiacea › Aplousobranchia › Didemnidae › Didemnum
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 252820.
FAQ
- How deep does the Colony Sea Squirt live?
- The Colony Sea Squirt (Didemnum cuculliferum) is typically found at 8–20 m.
- How big does the Colony Sea Squirt get?
- The Colony Sea Squirt grows to about 2 cm.