Elysia rubeni [Elysia rubeni]
Description
Elysia rubeni is a leaf-like sea slug that typically associates with algae, making it most noticeable in vegetated areas. Divers may spot it as a small, flattened creature that looks almost like a piece of algae until you get close. Its subtle movements and camouflage make it a rewarding find for divers who enjoy close-up wildlife.
Where To See Elysia rubeni
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Molluscs
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Gastropods
Gastropoda
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| Order |
Sea Slugs (Sap-Sucking Slugs)
Sacoglossa
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| Family |
Plakobranchidae
Plakobranchidae
|
| Genus |
Elysia
Elysia
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