Tunicates
Clavelina picta
Painted tunicate
Gemalte Seescheide
Beschilderde zakpijp
Claveline peinte
Ascidia pintada
Distribution
- The tropical Atlantic
Surrounding and environment
- The species is generally found on the reef
- The species clings to an another invertebrate
- The individuals are gathered to form a bouquet
- The species can be found between 5 and 35 Meters.
- Common species.
General behaviour of the species
- The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard
General characteristics of the species
- Size of the individual : 2 cm
- The animal can show variable colouring
Relationship with humans
- The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest