A Global Mission

The mission of the Ocean Census is to accelerate the discovery of ocean life to advance fundamental science, empower conservation, and fuel innovation for the future of our planet.

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Species ID

OC-SP-0000463

Specimen ID

OCSW1_SEY1645

Type of Voucher Specimen

Primary Voucher

Type of Activity During Which Specimen Was Discovered

OC_Workshop

Expedition Name

First Descent Seychelles 2019

Workshop Name

South African Institute for Aquatic Biodiversity Workshop

Taxonomist

Toufiek Samaai

Collection Date

04/04/2019

Collection Locality

Alphonse

Collection Event ID

D199_Red Sub

Minimum Depth In Metres

30

Maximum Depth In Metres

30

Water Body

Indian Ocean

Genetic Subsample Collected

FALSE

Organism Remarks

White encrusting sponge Parent ID: SEY1_640

Associated Organisms

SEY1_653

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The Ocean Census Alliance unites national and philanthropic marine institutes, museums, and universities, backed by governments, philanthropy, business and civil society partners.