Plaxiphora matthewsi

Plaxiphora matthewsi
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Size: 2.5 cm

Distribution: SA gulf waters and Goolwa

Habitat: Rocky reef, rocky areas

Depth: Lower intertidal to subtidal

Plaxiphora matthewsi
Plaxiphora matthewsi
Plaxiphora matthewsi
Plaxiphora matthewsi
Plaxiphora matthewsi
Plaxiphora matthewsi

This chiton superficially resembles its close relative, Plaxiphora albida, with a wide, fleshy girdle and green/brown colouration. It can be distinguished, however, by its fringe of oar-shaped spicules protruding from the girdle.