twin-sailed salp

Twin-Sailed Salp

Thetys vagina

Physical Description

The Twin-Sailed Salp, scientifically known as Thetys vagina, is a translucent, gelatinous marine organism characterized by its barrel-shaped body and two distinct, sail-like structures. Typically measuring several centimeters in length, these graceful creatures navigate the ocean currents with ease.

Habitat

Found in the pelagic zones of the eastern Pacific coast, the Twin-Sailed Salp is well-adapted to the open ocean environment. They inhabit surface waters where they can efficiently feed on planktonic organisms and drift along with the currents.

Geographical Range

The Twin-Sailed Salp can be encountered across the eastern Pacific, from the frigid waters of Alaska to the warmer regions near the equator. Their distribution spans a vast area of the ocean, reflecting their ability to thrive in diverse marine habitats.

What They Eat

As filter feeders, Twin-Sailed Salps primarily consume phytoplankton and other small suspended particles present in the water column. By pumping water through their bodies, they capture microscopic prey using specialized filtering structures.

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