Warty Sea Slug

Phyllidia koehleri

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Phyllidia koehleri is a species of sea slug, a dorid nudibranch, a shell-less marine gastropod mollusk in the family Phyllidiidae.

Description

This nudibranch has an orange coloured dorsum with three longitudinal black lines. The outer lines continue across the front of the head and around the back of the mantle, forming a complete ring. There are longitudinal ridges along the back and the rhinophores are orange-yellow. There are also animals with the same coloration but a pattern of radiating black lines on the outer part of the mantle and conspicuous tubercles. This is probably a different species.

Distribution

This species was described from the Maldives.

Diet

This species feeds on a red sponge.

Colors

black

yellow

orange

Habitat and Environment

Benthic

Coral reef

Mud and Sand

Social Behaviour

Solitary

Similar Species

Burn's Phyllidiopsis Elegant Phyllidia Madang Phyllidia Mushroom Coral Reticulidia Nautical Phyllidia Ocellate Phyllidia

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Warty Sea Slug dangerous?

Warty Sea Slug has no known danger to humans. However, always observe marine life responsibly.

Where can you find Warty Sea Slug?

Maldives

How deep does Warty Sea Slug live?

Warty Sea Slug can be found at depths of up to 30 meters.