White-Tipped Nudibranch
Cratena capensis
- Group: Nudibranch
- Typical depth: to 30 m
- For divers: safe
A small sea slug found from the intertidal down to at least 30 metres, this nudibranch grazes on hydroids growing on rocks and weed. It draws stinging cells from its prey and stores them for its own defence.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Nudibranchia › Facelinidae › Cratena
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 225500.
FAQ
- How deep does the White-Tipped Nudibranch live?
- The White-Tipped Nudibranch (Cratena capensis) is typically found at to 30 m.
- Is the White-Tipped Nudibranch dangerous to divers?
- The White-Tipped Nudibranch is harmless to divers.