General Description
Colony of individual polyps (hydranths) joined by root-like network of tubular stolons at the base. Colony shape is feather-like (pinnate). Colour: dark grey to black. Up to 2 cm long.
Biology
Colonies of this species appear in early spring to autumn.
Distribution
New Zealand and southern Australia.
Habitat
On algae and invertebrates, especially brown seaweeds in shallow, sheltered water.
More Information
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Animal Type
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Animal SubType
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Brief Id
Short, pinnate dark grey to black stems.
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Maximum Size
2 cm
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Habitats
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Diet
Plankton or Particles
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Diet Categories
Plankton
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Hazards
Generally not harmful but still able to sting bare skin.
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Endemicity
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Commercial
No
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Conservation Statuses
DSE Advisory List: Not listed, EPBC Act 1999: Not listed, IUCN Red List: Not listed
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Depths
Shallow (1-30 m)
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Water Column Locations
On or near seafloor
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Taxon Name
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Scientific Author
Bale, 1884
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Common Name
Hydroid
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Species Name
tenuis
