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Mushroom Soft Coral

Anthomastus

Deep sea Mushroom Soft Coral specimen

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Abyssal Stats

Depth

100–3,000 m (330–9,800 ft)

Size

Up to 15 cm (6 in)

Habitat

Rocky Seafloor

Diet

Plankton

What they'd be sayin'

"I am named for my mushroom-like shape when my polyps are retracted."

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Deep Sea Profile

Distinctive deep-sea soft corals that resemble a mushroom when closed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'head' of the mushroom?

It is a cluster of large feeding polyps used to capture plankton from the current.

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