Southern Berthella
Berthella medietas
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–50 m
- Max size: 30 cm
- For divers: safe
A sidegill slug of intertidal and shallow subtidal rock, sheltering underneath stones from the shore down to around 50 metres. It can reach about 30 centimetres, large for the group, and is harmless to handle.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Pleurobranchida › Pleurobranchidae › Berthella
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 531608.
FAQ
- How deep does the Southern Berthella live?
- The Southern Berthella (Berthella medietas) is typically found at 0–50 m.
- Is the Southern Berthella dangerous to divers?
- The Southern Berthella is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Southern Berthella get?
- The Southern Berthella grows to about 30 cm.