Northern Red Chiton
Boreochiton ruber
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–300 m
- Max size: 1.3 cm
A small reddish chiton of cold northern seas, it clings to the undersides of rocks and grazes algae from the intertidal down to about 300 metres. Its shell is built from eight overlapping plates that let it curl up and grip uneven stone.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Polyplacophora › Chitonida › Tonicellidae › Boreochiton
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 386411.
FAQ
- How deep does the Northern Red Chiton live?
- The Northern Red Chiton (Boreochiton ruber) is typically found at 0–300 m.
- How big does the Northern Red Chiton get?
- The Northern Red Chiton grows to about 1.3 cm.