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-0000438

Specimen ID

OCSW1_MAL1053

Type of Voucher Specimen

Primary Voucher

Type of Activity During Which Specimen Was Discovered

OC_Workshop

Expedition Name

First Descent Maldives 2022

Workshop Name

South African Institute for Aquatic Biodiversity Workshop

Taxonomist

Asako K. Matsumoto

Collection Date

13/09/2022

Collection Locality

Laamu

Collection Event ID

D084

Minimum Depth In Metres

114

Maximum Depth In Metres

114

Water Body

Laccadive Sea

Genetic Subsample Collected

FALSE

Organism Remarks

Octocoral - subsample; parent MAL1_052

Associated Organisms

MAL1_052

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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.