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Opheodesoma spectabilis

Opheodesoma spectabilis

Classification

Order
Apodida

Opheodesoma spectabilis is a synaptid sea cucumber in the Indo-Pacific that can be locally very abundant. Description With their flexible, wormlike bodies and mouth surrounded by tentacles Opheodesoma spectabilis varies in color. From a shade of gray when above water, to a rich chocolate brown or "bloodsucker" red when below water.

Distribution

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Countries in the Picchu catalog
United States of America · 87