Rosy Marianina
Marianina rosea
- Group: Nudibranch
- Typical depth: 0–25 m
- For divers: safe
This nudibranch sticks to dead coral slabs and boulders on the reef crest, where its bright body actually blends into the rubble. It feeds on hydroids, and when numbers are high you find the animals paired off for mating.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Nudibranchia › Tritoniidae › Marianina
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 534001.
FAQ
- How deep does the Rosy Marianina live?
- The Rosy Marianina (Marianina rosea) is typically found at 0–25 m.
- Is the Rosy Marianina dangerous to divers?
- The Rosy Marianina is harmless to divers.