How deep does the Hydrozoan live?

The Hydrozoan (Bougainvillia frondosa) is typically found at 0–85 m.

How big does the Hydrozoan get?

The Hydrozoan grows to about 0.1 cm.

Hydrozoan

Bougainvillia frondosa

Group: Other
Typical depth: 0–85 m
Max size: 0.1 cm

This hydroid grows as a delicate branching colony in reef areas, recorded around 5 to 8 metres in Belize and down to roughly 85 metres. Each branch ends in tiny polyps that spread stinging tentacles to snare passing plankton.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Cnidaria › Hydrozoa › Anthoathecata › Bougainvilliidae › Bougainvillia

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 284234.

FAQ

How deep does the Hydrozoan live?: The Hydrozoan (Bougainvillia frondosa) is typically found at 0–85 m.
How big does the Hydrozoan get?: The Hydrozoan grows to about 0.1 cm.