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Burgundy Crust Algae
Location: Grand Cayman
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Burgundy Crust Algae
Scientific Name:
Peyssonnelia sp.
Class:
Florideophyceae
Family:
Peyssonneliaceae
Category:
Red Algae
Size:
1 to 3 ft. (30 cm to 90 cm)
Depth:
0-600 ft. (0-180 m)
Distribution:
Caribbean, Bahamas, Florida
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