Phyllorhiza punctata
| Scientific name | Phyllorhiza punctata |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | von Lendenfeld |
| Year of description | 1884 |
| IUCN category | NE |
| Family | Mastigiidae |
| Genus | Phyllorhiza |
Introduction
Phyllorhiza punctata is a salt water cnidarian.
Who is it?
Morphology
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Size40 - 70 cm
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Longevity1 year
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Size40 - 70 cm
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Longevity1 year
How to recognize Phyllorhiza punctata ?
Phyllorhiza punctata measures between 40 and 70 cm. This cnidarian is unicolore with a predominantly bleu, beige and gris body. The also has blanc ponctuations.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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Sociabilityliving in a group or alone
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Dietnot specified
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Way of livingdiurnal
Reproduction
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Reproductionovipare
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Where to find it?
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What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Temperature15 - 28 °C
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Depth0 - 20 m
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EnvironmentActive pelagic
Biotope presentation
Phyllorhiza punctata is most often found at a depth between 0m and 20m. However, it is not impossible to find this species at other depths.
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Sources & Contributions
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