Variable Aphelodoris
Aphelodoris varia
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–20 m
- Max size: 5 cm
- For divers: safe
A small dorid nudibranch of shallow rocky reefs down to about 20 metres, it grazes its way across hard surfaces grazing on sponges. As its name suggests, its body colour shifts a good deal from one animal to the next.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Doridida › Discodorididae › Aphelodoris
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 533945.
FAQ
- How deep does the Variable Aphelodoris live?
- The Variable Aphelodoris (Aphelodoris varia) is typically found at 0–20 m.
- Is the Variable Aphelodoris dangerous to divers?
- The Variable Aphelodoris is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Variable Aphelodoris get?
- The Variable Aphelodoris grows to about 5 cm.