Solar-Powered Phyllodesmium
Phyllodesmium longicirrum
Max Size
See in AppMax Weight
—
Max Depth
m
Phyllodesmium longicirrum is a species of sea slug, an aeolid nudibranch, a marine gastropod mollusc in the family Facelinidae.
Distribution
The distribution of Phyllodesmium longicirrum includes Australia and Indonesia.
Description
This is a very large species, growing to at least 140 mm. Phyllodesmium longicirrum contains photosynthetic zooxanthellae, which allow it to draw energy from sunlight, hence its common name, the solar-powered phyllodesmium. This is actually a misleading name, as several other species of Phyllodesmium are also capable of photosynthesis, although this is developed to the greatest extreme in this species.
Ecology
Phyllodesmium longicirrum feeds on soft coral Sarcophyton trocheliophorum (family Alcyoniidae).
Colors
transparent
white
brown
purple
Habitat and Environment
Benthic
Social Behaviour
Association
Similar Species
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Solar-Powered Phyllodesmium dangerous?
Solar-Powered Phyllodesmium has no known danger to humans. However, always observe marine life responsibly.
Where can you find Solar-Powered Phyllodesmium?
Get Seabook
iOS
Android