Pink Mat Algae
| Scientific Name: | Jania sp. |
| Species: | Algae (Corallinaceae) |
| Other names: |
Corallinaceae, Red Algae, Coralline algae, Carpet Algae. |
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Pink Mat AlgaeUploaded by: @fishx6 in May 2008
Photographed at: Mirihi Island Resort - Maldives
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Photographed at: Mirihi Island Resort - Maldives
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Description
Also known as Red Algae, Coralline algae and Carpet Algae.
Found on coral and rocky reefs in places of high energy wave action, growing in dense patches of matt like turf over large areas. Looks very much like a large doormat!!
Varies in colour.
Length - spreading
Depth - 0-3m
Widespread Indo-Pacific
As many as 9000 species of algae are spread across the worlds oceans, some can be as much as 30 metres across while others are just a slippery scum over rocks.
Algae grows wherever there is enough light and life supporting conditions.
They support a huge number of marine life both for food and as a home.
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