California Sea Cucumber
(Parastichopus californicus)

image of a California Sea Cucumber

Image ID: 139-01

Other shots:  image of a California Sea Cucumber
Comments : The brown, red, and white markings distinguish this Sea Cucumber from the Red Sea Cucumber, both of which appear to be extremely plentiful all over Puget Sound.
Common name : California Sea Cucumber
Scientific Name : Parastichopus californicus
Location Found : Sea Mount, Hood's Canal
Actual Size : 20 inches
Camera Used : Sea & Sea MMII EX w/1->3T macro
Natural History :