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Facts: The Dandelion Siphonophore

Quick facts about this fascinating deep sea creature that floats above the seafloor! The dandelion siphonophore (sea dandelion, Galapagos dandelion, Thermopalia taraxaca (and possible undescribed species)). Dandelion siphonophore facts!


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