Phoronis psammophila Cori, 1889
Phoronids
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Family:  Phoronidae ()
Max. size:  19 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  sessile; marine; depth range 0 - 69 m
Distribution:  Cosmopolitan.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  This is a benthic species found on muddy and sandy bottoms, coastal lagoons and on seagrass particularly in intertidal and subtidal areas (Ref. 83939). Suspension feeder (Ref. 68823).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
Threat to humans: 
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