Pacific Sea-Lemon

Peltodoris nobilis

Pacific Sea-Lemon

A bright yellow sea slug of the Pacific coast, the Pacific sea lemon grows to about twenty centimetres and ranges from the low intertidal down to more than two hundred metres. It feeds on sponges and detritus, and when handled it can give off a sharp, fruity smell.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Doridida › Discodorididae › Peltodoris

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 594422.

FAQ

How deep does the Pacific Sea-Lemon live?
The Pacific Sea-Lemon (Peltodoris nobilis) is typically found at 0–229 m.
How big does the Pacific Sea-Lemon get?
The Pacific Sea-Lemon grows to about 20 cm.