Vermillion Japanese Aeolis
Anteaeolidiella indica
- Group: Nudibranch
- Typical depth: 0–15 m
- Max size: 3 cm
A small aeolid sea slug around three centimetres long, this species feeds on sea anemones in shallow water down to about fifteen metres. It recycles the anemone's stinging cells into the soft outgrowths along its back.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Nudibranchia › Aeolidiidae › Anteaeolidiella
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 404966.
FAQ
- How deep does the Vermillion Japanese Aeolis live?
- The Vermillion Japanese Aeolis (Anteaeolidiella indica) is typically found at 0–15 m.
- How big does the Vermillion Japanese Aeolis get?
- The Vermillion Japanese Aeolis grows to about 3 cm.