| Family: |
Desmarestiaceae () |
| Max. size: |
1000 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
sessile; marine; depth range 15 - 30 m |
| Distribution: |
Endemic to the Antarctic region. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Largest known blades, 8 m in length and 1 m in width (Ref. 26875). Minimum depth from Ref. 116836. Found in isolated patches in the infra-littoral zone down to a depth of 30 m (Ref. 26875). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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| Threat to humans: |
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| Country info: |
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