Black Katy chiton
Katharina tunicata
48.1654, -123.695
Field Notes
Description:
The Black Katy chiton is an eight plated, oval shaped mollusk that is about 2 inches long (5 cm). The shiny plates give it articulated movement allowing it to move across uneven surfaces, usually rocks.
Habitat:
Spotted on an exposed rock at low tide. Tongue Point. Mopalia muscosa is an inter-tidal species.
Notes:
Range is Alaska to Baha California. This species is protected in the USA under the Coastal Zone Management Act.
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