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What is Aglaothamnion hookeri?
Aglaothamnion hookeri is a delicate red alga in the family Ceramiaceae. It is found in the North Atlantic and has fine, feathery fronds.
Why is it called Aglaothamnion hookeri?
The species name hookeri honors botanist Joseph Dalton Hooker. Its scientific name places it in the red-algae genus Aglaothamnion.
What does Aglaothamnion hookeri look like?
It has slender, alternately branched fronds that give it a feathery appearance. As a red alga, it belongs to a group of seaweeds that can show red, pink, or reddish-brown coloration.
Where can Aglaothamnion hookeri be found?
It is a North Atlantic seaweed. It grows in marine habitats rather than freshwater environments, where its fine branching structure can be difficult to spot.
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