Hypselodoris sp.
Scientific name : Hypselodoris sp.
Black lines on a yellow-whitish background, purple borders, orange rhynophores and gills. Sometimes identified as Hypselodoris nigrostriata, an Indian Ocean species whhose colours are more brilliant. 3 cm. It likes sheltered bay environments. Hypselodoris nigrostriata, Indian ocean species, is very similar but the background colour is a brighter yellow, and the black lines are fading into purple. Hypselodoris sp. can have white rhynophore tips.
Associated organisms With sponges, its food.
Distribution:
Indonesia
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