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Mossy chiton

Mopalia muscosa

Description:

The mossy chiton has a wide girdle,covered by thick mossy hairs. They can come in an olive, gray or deep brown color.

Habitat:

Rocky ledges in tidepools from Alaska to Northern California.

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Lukas Ferrenburg
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Lukas Ferrenburg

Oceanside, Oregon, USA

Spotted on Sep 23, 2012
Submitted on Sep 24, 2012

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