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Coraline Algae

Description:

Hard, calcium-bearing algae. May appear to be a rock or coral, hence the name. There are encrusting and branching varieties. Species are difficult to tell apart.

Habitat:

Mid-Lower intertidal

Notes:

lots of this stuff here, hence the name of the nearby Coral Street!

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asnyder
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asnyder

Monterey, California, USA

Spotted on Feb 2, 2012
Submitted on Feb 4, 2012

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