Catomerus polymerus

Systematics: Cirripedia Family Catophragmidae

Distinguishing Characters:
The opening of this barnacle is surrounded by eight main plates but numerous smaller ones surround it in an irregular pattern. It is grey to green, 20 mm high and up to 30 mm wide.

Habitat and Distribution:
The surf barnacle is found only below mid-tide where wave action is heavy. It lives only in southern states.

Feedback and queries should be sent to the Discovery Centre at Museum Victoria.
Please note, the Discovery Centre can help you only with questions about crustaceans from southeastern Australia. It can not advise on the care of pet hermit crabs or on crustaceans from other regions.