Lumpy Crust Bryozoan, Parasmittina spp.

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Created 5/6/2023

Family Smittinidae

CIRCUMGLOBAL / HAWAII

Parasmittina spp.

Kewalo, Oahu, 40 feet

Palau

LUMPY CRUST BRYOZOAN

Common on hard surfaces exposed to current or surge at any depth. Many species occur worldwide with a range of colors and forms characterized by crusts with rounded lumps.