Osedax mucofloris Glover, Källström, Smith & Dahlgren, 2005
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Family:  Siboglinidae ()
Max. size:  0.8 cm TRKL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  sessile; marine; depth range 125 - 125 m
Distribution:  Northern Atlantic.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Depth range is based on a locality (Ref. 7663); to be replaced with a better reference. Inhabits and feeds on Minke whale (Balaenoptera acuturostrata) carcass (Ref. 7663).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
Threat to humans:  harmless
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