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