Ferreiraella soyomaruae (encrusting bryozoan) [Ferreiraella soyomaruae]
Description
This species typically grows as a low, encrusting layer that can be easy to overlook until you look closely. Under good light, divers can see the fine texture of the colony and the small openings where the feeding structures extend.
Where To See Ferreiraella soyomaruae (encrusting bryozoan)
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Molluscs
Mollusca
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Chitons
Polyplacophora
|
| Order |
Loricate comb jellies (Ctenophore relatives)
Neoloricata
|
| Family |
Chitons (Lepidopleura & relatives)
Lepidopleurida
|
| Genus |
Lepidopleurina
Lepidopleurina
|
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