Seaweed

Seaweed (Rhodophyta)

Common Names: Red algae

Description: Shape and size - It has an irregular shape and is generally flat. They can be from 6-10 inches long.

Features - They are red and brownish in colour.

Taxonomy:
Kingdom: Archaeplastida
Phylum:Cyanidiophyta
Class: Cyanidiophyceae
Order: Rhodellales                


Ecology: Relationship to other organisms - Seaweed provide shelter for small animals so they can hide from predators. Seaweed is also eaten by snails, fish and crabs.