Balanus glandula  (Acorn Barnacle)

© Aaron Baldwin (Photo ID #2107)

Photographer's Submitted Details

Photo Location	Sitka Sound, Alaska
Photographer	Aaron Baldwin
Habitat	Upper intertidal rocks
Photo Date
Upload Date	October 19, 2007
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Photo ID #	2107
Comments	By far the most often encountered barnacle to most beach walkers. The chalky white plates and tall shape help distinguish it from Chthalamus dalli.