General Description

Flower-like with up to 40 tentacles radiating from the head (hydranth). Stem up to 10 cm long.

Biology

This species is the largest hydroid in Australian waters. They usually form small groups of well separated individuals.

Habitat

Sheltered areas of oceans and bays.

Reefs

Species Group

Hydroids

Depth

Shallow (1-30 m)

Water Column

On or near sea floor

Max Size

10 cm

Diet

Plankton or Particles

Harmful

Generally not harmful but still able to sting bare skin.

Commercial Species

No

Identify

• Hydroids

Conservation Status

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