August 22, 2017 1 min read

Ridgeback Nudibranch (ATAGEMA CARINATA)

This nudibranch sometimes appears circlular in shape because its mantle is much larger than its foot. It is white with small orange gills on its rear, it commonly has a raised section aligned down the middle of it's back. They are commonly found at Aramoana amongst other encrusting invertebrates.

Reaches lengths of up to 60mm


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