Unlike the benthic sea cucumbers that are often seen on the seafloor, this pelagic holothurian lives its entire life in the water column, relying on suspended particles for its food.
Pelagic Holothurian
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Unlike the benthic sea cucumbers that are often seen on the seafloor, this pelagic holothurian lives its entire life in the water column, relying on suspended particles for its food.

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