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Sea mat ©Jessica M Winder
Sea mat
Scientific name: Membranipora membranacea and Electra pilosa
These mat like growths found on kelp and seaweed are actually colonies of tiny individuals animals.
Species information
Statistics
Sea mats vary in size, from a few cm across to covering whole seaweed fronds.Conservation status
Common