New Zealand Seashore

DSC_5046 Warty sea squirt (Cnemidocarpa nisiotis) camouflaged, with siphons withdrawn. Found in shallow subtidal waters attatched to docks, pilings, ropes and other submerged structures. Prefers calm protected waters. Broad Bay, Otago Harbour *

5046DSCWartysea squirtCnemidocarpanisiotisdetailwartscovered in growthsiphonconcealedBroad BayOtago Harbour