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Horseshoe worm

Phoronis muelleri

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40.1117, 23.6865

Field Notes

Description:

It lives in a tube projecting from the sea floor.

Habitat:

The distribution is cosmopolitan, is found in the intertidal zone and at depths down to 70 metres. It favours a substrate of fine sand with a moderate silt content.

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Biodiversity of Greece (Hellas)
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Greek Marine Life Mapping
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2018 Best Wildlife Photo
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PublishedJune 21, 2018

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