Sea Squirts - mostly solitary-living - Order Phlebobranchia

Ascidiella aspersa
(Muller. 1776)

European Sea Squirt

Not Reef Tank Suitable

Not Suitable for Fish-Only Tank

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These are shallow water animals with translucent body walls that prefer shadowy areas under overhangs, and/or sides of vertical walls. All require moderate nutrient rich currents, nevertheless, most should not be harvested for the trade, as they are difficult to maintain long-term.