Balanus albicostatus Pilsbry, 1916
Acorn barnacle
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Family:  Balanidae ()
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Environment:  benthic; marine
Distribution:  Pacific Ocean.
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Biology:  Inhabits low littoral areas. This is a fouling species. Found in sheltered rocky shores (Ref. 125338). Part of both epibenthic and arboreal communities in mangrove areas (Ref. 128397).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
Threat to humans:  harmless
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