General Description

Colony of zooids that form mainly circular patterns. They are embedded in a matrix that creates soft, encrusting or lobed formations. Colour varies, including orange, yellow, white and purple. Colony up to 15 cm long.

Biology

These ascidians usually have a short lifespan, living for only a few months.

Habitat

Reefs, jetty piles and seagrass areas, to depth of 20 m.

Reefs

Seagrass meadows

Sponge gardens

Distribution guide

Indo-Pacific area, including southern and eastern Australia.

Species Group

Ascidians

Depth

Shallow (1-30 m)

Water Column

On or near sea floor

Max Size

15 cm

Diet

Plankton or Particles

Commercial Species

No

Global Dispersal

Recorded in Australia

Conservation Status

• DSE Advisory List : Not listed
• EPBC Act 1999 : Not listed
• IUCN Red List : Not listed