Red algae

Haloplegma preissii

Sea Life Native IUCN: Not Evaluated

About

A red alga that leaves appear plat and soft a closer look shows a filamentous construction of small, curved branches that form this flattened soft appearance

Size

10 to 20 cm high

Habitat

A common alga on rough-water coasts of southern Australia, ranging from shaded pool situations to deep water.

Distribution

From WA to VIC including around Tasmania

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References & citations (2)

M.D. Guiry in Guiry, M.D. & Guiry, G.M. 2021. AlgaeBase. (accessed 2021-10-16 14:23:21)
The Atlas of Living Australia (accessed 2021-10-16 14:24:14)

Quick Facts

Common name: Red algae
Scientific name: Haloplegma preissii (Harvey) Montagne 1845
Family: Wrangeliaceae
Category: Sea Life › Sponges & Seaweeds
Origin: Native
Conservation: Not Evaluated

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