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Polymastia pacifica (Lambe, 1893) Aggregated nipple sponge |
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| Family: | Polymastiidae () | |||
| Max. size: | 2 cm H (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | sessile; marine; depth range 0 - 15 m | |||
| Distribution: | Eastern Pacific: USA, Canada and Alaska. | |||
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| Biology: | White to yellow pale, breast-shaped individuals (1.2 cm at base and 2.0 cm in height) with single osculum; aggregations may cover 60-90 cm across. | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251) | |||
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