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Crested aeolis

Janolus cristatus

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40.1421, 23.6961

Field Notes

Description:

Up to 7 cm long, Body semi-transparent.

Habitat:

Species has been found as far north as Norway, through the British Isles and the Atlantic coast to Morocco and in the western Mediterranean Sea. It is found at depths of up to 40 metres, in calm, clean water.

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Comments (6)
remkinloch
Amazing creature and fascinating that the range is so extensive
Jim Nelson
Nice composition and color...well done, Marek.

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2018 Best Wildlife Photo
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PublishedJune 7, 2018

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