Orange Spotted Ballerina
Tyrinna delicata
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–70 m
- Max size: 6.8 cm
Named for the orange spots scattered over its back, this dorid grazes on yellowish encrusting sponges across subtidal rocky reefs. It reaches about seven centimetres and moves with the slow, deliberate crawl typical of its group.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Doridida › Chromodorididae › Tyrinna
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 536910.
FAQ
- How deep does the Orange Spotted Ballerina live?
- The Orange Spotted Ballerina (Tyrinna delicata) is typically found at 0–70 m.
- How big does the Orange Spotted Ballerina get?
- The Orange Spotted Ballerina grows to about 6.8 cm.