Clown Nudibranch
Ceratosoma amoenum
- Group: Nudibranch
- Typical depth: 3–20 m
- Max size: 6 cm
- For divers: safe
A reef nudibranch of about 6 cm, it feeds on calcareous sponges in shallow water down to around 20 m and deeper. Its bright pattern warns predators that it carries the chemical defences taken up from the sponges it eats.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Doridida › Chromodorididae › Ceratosoma
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 533898.
FAQ
- How deep does the Clown Nudibranch live?
- The Clown Nudibranch (Ceratosoma amoenum) is typically found at 3–20 m.
- Is the Clown Nudibranch dangerous to divers?
- The Clown Nudibranch is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Clown Nudibranch get?
- The Clown Nudibranch grows to about 6 cm.