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Black-rayed Phyllidia

Phyllidia picta

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Field Notes

Description:

Also referred to as Fryeria picta. Other common names: Painted Fryeria Sea Slug and Black-rayed Fryeria.

They feed on hydroids, coral, sponges and sea anemones, and grow to a length of about 6cm.

Habitat:

Found singly or in pairs on coral reefs rubble areas, at depths of 2 to 20m. Widespread in the West Pacific.

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Joshua - Yeah it kinda does. Hehe! :D
it's like a piece of abstract art! good stuff man.

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