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Description
This segment of much larger image shows the eight tentacles that are diagnosticof an octocoral. The tiny polyps are often damaged during collection.
Credit
Lophelia II 2009. Deepwater Coral
Photographer
Ian MacDonald
Display Date
2009
Location
Gulf of Mexico
Collection
Voyage to Inner Space
Ocean Exploration Collection
Modern Expeditions
Lophelia II Expeditions
Keywords
Ocean Exploration