Elegant Phyllidia
Phyllidia elegans
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Phyllidia elegans is a species of sea slug, a dorid nudibranch, a shell-less marine gastropod mollusk in the family Phyllidiidae.
Description
This animal can be distinguished by a pale-colored foot having a single median longitudinal black line on the sole, a light pink dorsal tubercles commonly tipped in yellow, and black lines on the lateral margins of the sole. The rhinophores are yellow.
Distribution
This species has been found in Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, the Andaman Sea, Myanmar, the Red Sea, the Mariana Islands, north Sulawesi, Vanuatu and Papua New Guinea.
Biology
It feeds on sponges. As their small mouth lacks a radula and other buccal hard parts, they are known as predators adapted for sucking on sponges.
Colors
white
black
grey
yellow
pink
Habitat and Environment
Benthic
Coral reef
Similar Species
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Elegant Phyllidia dangerous?
Elegant Phyllidia has no known danger to humans. However, always observe marine life responsibly.
Where can you find Elegant Phyllidia?
How deep does Elegant Phyllidia live?
Elegant Phyllidia can be found at depths of up to 25 meters.
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