Sea Nymph

Amphibolis antarctica

Sea Life Native IUCN: Not Evaluated

About

Long round segmented multibranched stems. Leaves at end of branches in groups of 6-8 overlapping at base and arising in an alternate pattern from the stem. Leaf blades are flat and long, with two "teeth" at the outermost upper edges of the concave leaf tip. Rhizome (roots) is creeping and thickened (lignified). Dark green leaves with pale brown stems.

Size

Can grow out to around 80cm

Habitat

Sandy muddy bottoms, subtidal rocky reefs and tidal pools, with moderate-strong water movement, to depth of 23 m.

Distribution

Southern Australia From WA to Victoria Including Tasmania

Local Sightings

1 recorded sighting in and around the area.

References & citations (2)
  1. The Atlas of Living Australia (accessed 2021-09-22 14:03:33)
  2. Pocklington, J. (2012) Amphibolis antarctica Sea Nymph in Museums Victoria Collections (accessed 2021-09-22 14:03:33)

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