Girdled Glossodoris

Glossodoris cincta

Girdled Glossodoris

A sea slug of shallow patch reefs, this nudibranch shelters beneath coral rubble at depths around 5 to 10 metres and reaches roughly 6 centimetres. Like its chromodorid relatives it feeds on sponges.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Doridida › Chromodorididae › Glossodoris

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 214506.

FAQ

How deep does the Girdled Glossodoris live?
The Girdled Glossodoris (Glossodoris cincta) is typically found at 5–10 m.
Is the Girdled Glossodoris dangerous to divers?
The Girdled Glossodoris is harmless to divers.
How big does the Girdled Glossodoris get?
The Girdled Glossodoris grows to about 6 cm.