Hello,
My name is Ocean Cohen (yes really) and I am currently conducting researching at the University of Central Florida on the Pink Barnacle, also known as the Titan Acorn Barnacle. Unfortunately, I do no know where these barnacles are located as they are invasive to the southeastern United States including Texas, Louisiana, Florida, Georgia, and the Carolinas. They are native to the coast of California all the way down through Ecuador. I was wondering if any of you divers have seen these or if you could keep an eye out for them as you explore your dive sites. Any help and information would be much appreciated, I can use all the help I can get. If you happen to stumble across these or have any information about where I can find these then please contact me at my email OC31089 at aol.com. Again, any help would be greatly appreciated. I have attached three pictures and more information about the barnacles can be found below.
Thank you in advance for all your help,
Ocean Cohen
University of Central Florida
The Titan Acorn Barnacle (aka The Pink Barnacle)
Not harmful to people
Often grow very large (2 inches in height and width)
Often found in large numbers
Most likely found on jetties or newly formed structures
Defined pink structure
Is made up of 6 plates that come to a point at the top
Enjoy high salinity (up to 40ppt)
My name is Ocean Cohen (yes really) and I am currently conducting researching at the University of Central Florida on the Pink Barnacle, also known as the Titan Acorn Barnacle. Unfortunately, I do no know where these barnacles are located as they are invasive to the southeastern United States including Texas, Louisiana, Florida, Georgia, and the Carolinas. They are native to the coast of California all the way down through Ecuador. I was wondering if any of you divers have seen these or if you could keep an eye out for them as you explore your dive sites. Any help and information would be much appreciated, I can use all the help I can get. If you happen to stumble across these or have any information about where I can find these then please contact me at my email OC31089 at aol.com. Again, any help would be greatly appreciated. I have attached three pictures and more information about the barnacles can be found below.
Thank you in advance for all your help,
Ocean Cohen
University of Central Florida
The Titan Acorn Barnacle (aka The Pink Barnacle)
Not harmful to people
Often grow very large (2 inches in height and width)
Often found in large numbers
Most likely found on jetties or newly formed structures
Defined pink structure
Is made up of 6 plates that come to a point at the top
Enjoy high salinity (up to 40ppt)
