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The Umbellula sp

Description

The Umbellula sp. coral seen in image expn5358. This closeup shows blackstreaks leading to the polyps. What is the function of these areas?

Credit

NOAA Office of Ocean Exploration and Research, 2015 Hohonu Moana

Display Date

20150920T205637Z

Location

Hutchinson Seamount area, Southernmost Cone

Collection

Voyage to Inner Space
Ocean Exploration Collection
Modern Expeditions
2015 Hohonu Moana