Yellow-spined Wart Slug [Phyllidia marindica]
Description
This small nudibranch is a striking sight on reef slopes, often showing a vivid yellow spiny look that stands out against darker substrates. Divers may spot it slowly gliding over sponges and other encrusting life, where its bold coloration helps it blend in while also warning predators.
Where To See Yellow-spined Wart Slug
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Molluscs
Mollusca
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Gastropods
Gastropoda
|
| Order |
Dorid Nudibranchs (Sea Slugs)
Doridida
|
| Family |
Phyllidiidae
Phyllidiidae
|
| Genus |
Phyllidia
Phyllidia
|
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