Plume Hydroid [Aglaophenia struthionides]
Description
The Plume Hydroid is a marine species that can be found in the Atlantic Ocean. It is known for its plume-like structure and is usually white or pale in color. It often grows on the surfaces of rocks or other hard substrates. The Plume Hydroid can reach up to 30 cm in height and is often seen in shallow to mid-depth waters.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Jellyfish, Sea Anemones, and Relatives
Cnidaria
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|---|---|
| Class |
Hydroids, Fire Corals, and Stinging Anemones
Hydrozoa
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| Order |
Leptothecata
Leptothecata
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| Family |
Plumulariid hydroids
Aglaopheniidae
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| Genus |
Spiral-Branched Hydroids
Halopteris
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