Colony of individual polyps (hydranths) joined by root-like network of tubular stolons at the base. Colony shape is feather-like (pinnate). Colour: dark brown, older stems often overgrown by pink coralline algae.
What habitats does Stereotheca elongata live in?
On holdfasts of seaweed, especially stems of seagrasses
What is the distribution of Stereotheca elongata?
Native to southern Australian and New Zealand waters
How big does Stereotheca elongata grow?
Can grow to around 80mm long
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