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Alcyonium acaule |
Distribution |
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Mediterranean sea-finger |
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Mittelmeer-Meerhand |
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Middellandse Zee-dodemansduim |
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Alcyon méditerranéen |
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Mano de muerte mediterraneo |
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Mano di San Piero mediterraneo |
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The Mediterranean |
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Substrate and environment |
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The species is generally attached to a reef
Often in a cavity or under an overhang
The species can be found between 12 and 135 Meters
Uncommon Species
Endemic species.
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General characteristics of the species |
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Maximum size of the colony : 20 cm Diameter of the polyp : 5 mm
The animal can show variable colouring Animal with slow growth
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Relationship with humans |
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The species is not irritant
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The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance! |
