Sandpaper Doris

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August 22, 2017 1 min read

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Sandpaper Doris (ALLOIODORIS LANUGINATA)

This nudibranch looks and feels rough like sandpaper. Its colour is variable and may be reddish brown to creamy pale and even have a spotted leopard appearance. It is commonly seen along the length of Aramoana.

Can reach up to 80mm in length.

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