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Goniobranchus hintuanensis
Goniobranchus hintuanensis
6.93979, 125.668
Field Notes
Description:
Formerly referred to as Chromodoris hintuanensis. This attractive nudibranch has a white-and-purple mantle covered by white dots and a few small, white, circular nodules surrounded by purple (or deep magenta). The rhinophores and gills are translucent purple edged with a darker hue. The mantle, which is purple underneath, waves up and down rhythmically at times.
Habitat:
Coral and rocky reefs of the Indo-Pacific region.
Notes:
This nudibranch was spotted at a depth of about 12m, at the dive site called Coral Gardens in Talikud Island, Samal, Philippines.
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedNovember 20, 2011
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