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Plumed hydroid

Plumularia setacea
They are common in shallow waters.

Plumed hydroid

Introduction: Plumed hydroids (Plumularia setacea) are common in shallow waters. They have a low, creeping base supporting unbranched plume-like stems, hence the name.

Distribution: From the Kunene River mouth south to Möwe Bay, Henties Bay, Jakkalsputz, Swakopmund and Walvis Bay, Luderitz

Diet: Microscopic sea food

Colouration: Pale branches

Breeding: Reproductive individuals (Gonothecae) resemble smooth sacs with curved necks

Max size: Stems 20mm tall

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