White-Line Chiton
Tonicella insignis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 6–12 m
- Max size: 3.8 cm
A small chiton clinging to rock from the low tide line down to about twelve metres, the white line chiton wears eight overlapping plates banded with pale lines. At around four centimetres it grazes algae and clings tight when the surge hits.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Polyplacophora › Chitonida › Tonicellidae › Tonicella
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 386440.
FAQ
- How deep does the White-Line Chiton live?
- The White-Line Chiton (Tonicella insignis) is typically found at 6–12 m.
- How big does the White-Line Chiton get?
- The White-Line Chiton grows to about 3.8 cm.