California Seahare
Aplysia californica
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–22 m
- Max size: 70 cm
One of the largest sea hares, this soft bodied grazer reaches around 70 centimetres and crops red and green seaweeds in shallow coastal water. It lives roughly a year, and when disturbed it releases a cloud of purple ink to cover its escape.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Aplysiida › Aplysiidae › Aplysia
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 240765.
FAQ
- How deep does the California Seahare live?
- The California Seahare (Aplysia californica) is typically found at 0–22 m.
- How big does the California Seahare get?
- The California Seahare grows to about 70 cm.