| Aspect: | Generously branched gorgonian structure, colour varies from yellow to green depending on lighting conditions. In the area, simlarly configured Grooved-blade Sea Whips tend to be more pink/red-brown coloured. |
| Population: | Common. |
| Notable feature: | Branches are blade-shaped with white polyps growing from individual pockets located in the edges of the branch. Similar looking Grooved Blade Sea Whip (q.v.) sees polyps extending from a slit running along the branch edge. |
| Environment: | Close to reef edges in relatively shallow waters, typically at depths ranging from 5 to 20 metres. |
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Last update: 22/10/15
Yellow Sea Whip
- French designation: Martinet de Mer Jaune
- Latin designation: Pterogorgia citrina
- Creole designation: -
- Size (cm): ~40
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