Elysia bella [Elysia bella]
Description
Elysia bella is a charming sea slug with a leaf-like look that often draws divers in for a second glance. It tends to be associated with algae, where it can camouflage well against the seafloor. With careful observation, divers may see it resting or slowly moving while it feeds on its algal surroundings.
Where To See Elysia bella
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Molluscs
Mollusca
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Gastropods
Gastropoda
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| Order |
Sea Slugs (Sap-Sucking Slugs)
Sacoglossa
|
| Family |
Plakobranchidae
Plakobranchidae
|
| Genus |
Elysia
Elysia
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