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balanidae (n)
stalkless barnacles
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stalkless barnacles
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Balanidae are small marine crustaceans belonging to the family of barnacles.
The shells of balanidae are composed of calcium carbonate and are attached to various hard surfaces in marine environments.
Some balanidae species, like the acorn barnacle (Balanus balanoides), can withstand harsh conditions, including periods of desiccation.
The larvae of balanidae are planktonic and disperse through ocean currents before attaching to a suitable substrate.
