Family: |
Tetillidae () |
Max. size: |
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Environment: |
sessile; marine; depth range 18 - 761 m |
Distribution: |
Antarctic. |
Diagnosis: |
White or pale yellow. Round, with distinctive tufts of long spicules. May grow up to 30 cm in height (Ref. 89939). |
Biology: |
Suspension feeders. Preyed on by starfishes, with spicules providing defense to some extent (Ref. 89939). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
Country info: |
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