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The ostrich plume hydroid, likely Aglaophenia struthionides, but it could also be Aglaophenia latirostris. The large golden cylinders are reproductive thecae.

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Species:

Ostrich-plume hydroid (Aglaophenia struthionides)
Ostrich-plume hydroid (Aglaophenia latirostris)

Location (General):

Pacific Grove

Site (Specific):

Lover's Cove

Date taken:

June, 15 2005

Photo credit:

Steve Lonhart / NOAA MBNMS

Photographer's comments:

Cite as Lonhart/MBNMS.

File name: SIL_061505_2120.jpg