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Mossy Chiton

Mopalia muscosa

Description:

Chiton with algae-like protrusions from its sides. 8 bony plates characteristic of the polyplecoferians.

Habitat:

Mid rocky intertidal.

Notes:

Woo! Saw 2 this day.

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2 Comments

L E
L E 12 years ago

is a mossy;)

L E
L E 12 years ago

please add to chitons of the world mission

asnyder
Spotted by
asnyder

Monterey, California, USA

Spotted on Jan 18, 2012
Submitted on Jan 18, 2012

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