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Updated 11/30/2024

Family Delesseriaceae

HAWAII

Martensia fragilis

Kaupo Bay, Oahu, 3 feet

 

Ma'ili Point, Oahu, 2 feet

 

Black Point, Oahu, 5 feet

 

Makai Pier, Waimanalo, Oahu, 6 feet


Kahului, Maui, 10 feet
  
   

FRAGILE MARTENSIA

Common on reefs at any depth.  Iridescent blue, green, or pink.  Membranous blades with gauze-like bands or margins when reproductive.  Indo-Pacific & Tropical Western Atlantic.