Tag: Sea Slug Behavior
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The Hopkins Rose Nudibranch–That Bright Pink Sea Slug
If there’s one nudibranch that a beginner tide pooler in SoCal might notice, it’s the Hopkins rose nudibranch (Ceratodoris rosacea). A shot of bright pink among the many shades of green, blue, and brown, this moderately sized nudibranch is more likely to catch your attention than any other species. Hopkins rose are one of my…
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Pacific and Steinberg’s Corambes: California’s Most Cryptic Nudibranchs
Many nudibranchs are famous for their flashy colors and flamboyant patterns, making them some of the most beautiful creatures on the reef or in the tide pools. These sea slugs, it seems, have no issue being seen by divers, tide poolers, or prospective predators who see their bright colors as a warning of foul taste…
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5 Tips For Finding Nudibranchs At The Tide Pools
For many avid tide poolers, nudibranchs are one of the coolest animals to find at the tide pools. These sea slugs are often brightly colored, possess cool abilities, and move slowly enough that you can get good pictures! Unfortunately, finding these creatures can be difficult. Nudibranchs in the tide pools are typically very small, ranging…
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5 Reasons Most People Don’t Know About Nudibranchs
If you are reading this article, I assume that you do, in fact, know about the colorful sea slugs called nudibranchs. (If you don’t, I’m glad you’re here to read about them). But let’s be honest, most people don’t know what a nudibranch is. Even the term sea slug only brings to mind a brown,…
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