Mopalia imporcata
(Branch-Haired Mopalia)
© Aaron Baldwin (Photo ID #2282)
Photographer's Submitted Details
Photo Location
Sitka Sound, Alaska
Photographer
Aaron Baldwin
Habitat
35 meters on cobble
Photo Date
Upload Date
October 27, 2007
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Photo ID #
2282
Comments
This small (~2 cm) chiton is often found on small cobbles and shells in the subtidal zone. The strong sculpture is distinct. Photo taken with Pentax Optio W10 underwater camera submerged in shallow aquarium.