Nembrotha aurea
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Nembrotha aurea is a species of colourful sea slug, a dorid nudibranch, a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Polyceridae. It was first described in 2008.
Distribution
This species is known from the western Indo-Pacific Ocean.
Description
Nembrotha aurea is a large creamy-yellow nembrothid that grows to at least 30 mm in length. The body is marked with brown longitudinal lines. The rhinophores are reddy-brown. The mantle is orange-red and the gill stalks and branches are white-electric blue while the gill pinnae are deep red.
Ecology
Nembrotha aurea eats colonial ascidians.
Colors
white
brown
yellow
orange
blue
red
Habitat and Environment
Benthic
Coral reef
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Nembrotha aurea dangerous?
Nembrotha aurea has no known danger to humans. However, always observe marine life responsibly.
Where can you find Nembrotha aurea?
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