Black Dendrodoris
Dendrodoris nigra
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–26 m
- Max size: 8 cm
- For divers: safe
A soft black sea slug of intertidal rocks and reef flats, it feeds entirely on sponges, which it digests with skin glands rather than a rasping tongue. Its plain dark body warns of foul tasting chemicals it pulls from its sponge diet.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Doridida › Dendrodorididae › Dendrodoris
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 139519.
FAQ
- How deep does the Black Dendrodoris live?
- The Black Dendrodoris (Dendrodoris nigra) is typically found at 0–26 m.
- Is the Black Dendrodoris dangerous to divers?
- The Black Dendrodoris is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Black Dendrodoris get?
- The Black Dendrodoris grows to about 8 cm.