Ornate leaf slug
green body with black and white spots
| Scientific name | Elysia marginata |
| English name | Ornate leaf slug |
| Japanese name | Konohamidorigai |
| Classification | Gastropoda |
| Classification details | Sacoglossa Plakobranchidae |
| Full length | about 5cm |
| Distribution | Distributed in the Pacific and the Caribbean. |
Characteristics
A sea slug with white and black spots on a green or greenish-brown body. The rim of the body is black and orange. Antennae are cylindrical and turn orange toward the tip.
Ecology
Found in rocky areas in relatively shallow waters. eat seaweed.Chloroplasts can be incorporated into cells.
Habitat
Miura Peninsula Arasaki
Many of them were clinging to the rocks of Arasaki and eating their meals eagerly.
When I was swimming, I saw some individuals floating in the waves. It is interesting that the tone of green differs depending on the individual.
Pictures
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