Encrusting bryozoans colonize a giant kelp blade, Macrocystis pyrifera

Encrusting bryozoans colonize a giant kelp blade.  Approximately 2 inches (5cm) across. San Nicholas Island, California, USA, Macrocystis pyrifera, Membranipora, natural history stock photograph, photo id 10205
Encrusting bryozoans colonize a giant kelp blade. Approximately 2 inches (5cm) across. San Nicholas Island, California, USA

Species: Kelp encrusting bryozoan, Macrocystis pyrifera, Membranipora
Location: San Nicholas Island, California
Image ID: 10205
Format: Digital 3:2
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