Dendrogramma enigmatica [Dendrogramma enigmatica]
Description
Dendrogramma enigmatica typically appears as a branching hydroid colony with a distinctive, tree-like form. Divers may find it on rocky bottoms, where it stands out as a delicate network against the substrate. When currents pass, the colony’s fine branches sway, making it easier to spot and follow.
Where To See Dendrogramma enigmatica
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Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hydroids
Hydrozoa
|
| Order |
Siphonophores (colonial jellyfish)
Siphonophorae
|
| Family |
Rhodaliidae
Rhodaliidae
|
| Genus |
Deepsea Mushroom
Dendrogramma
|
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