Chromodoris decora
Goniobranchus decorus
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Max Depth
10 m
Description
Taxonomic history
This species was known as Chromodoris decora for many years before it was transferred to the genus Goniobranchus on the basis of molecular (DNA) evidence in 2012.
Distribution
This species was described from Hawaii. It has been confused with Goniobranchus setoensis and many records are therefore misidentifications. It occurs in the western Pacific Ocean from Hawaii to the Marshall Islands and New Caledonia. The two species are sympatric in the Marshall Islands.
Description
The body of this chromodorid nudibranch is translucent white with opaque white lines, purple spots and a sub-surface margin of orange-red. There is usually a white line around the centre of the back which can extend into patches of white running towards the midline. The midline itself is usually marked with white patches or a broad white stripe with diffuse edges. Within the white are a few purple spots and these usually form a line down the centre of the back, always with a halo of white around them. The tips of the rhinophores and the outer part of the gills is white.
Ecology
Goniobranchus decorus feeds on sponges of the family Aplysillidae including Chelonaplysilla violacea.
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Habitat and Environment
Coral reef
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chromodoris decora dangerous?
Chromodoris decora has no known danger to humans. However, always observe marine life responsibly.
Where can you find Chromodoris decora?
Chromodoris decora can be found in: Laccadive Islands, Mariana Islands, Malaysia East, Taiwan, Marshall Islands, Malaysia West, Hawaii, Brunei, Myanmar, Australia, Hong Kong, India, USA West, Japan South, India East, India West, Thailand East, Thailand West, Australia East, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Vietnam, Seychelles, Cambodia, Indo-Pacific, Papua New Guinea, Polynesia, Singapore, Malaysia, USA, Japan, Indonesia, Chagos Islands, Palau, Philippines, New Caledonia, Micronesia, Mascarene Islands, Madagascar, Kiribati, Comoros, Thailand.
How deep does Chromodoris decora live?
Chromodoris decora can be found at depths of up to 10 meters.