Flabellina exoptata from Vanuatu
October 2, 2008
From: Leanne & David Atkinson
Concerning message #21923:
Dear Bill,
With the recent discussion of Flabellina exoptata we noticed you didn't have any examples of this animal from Vanuatu. Here are some images of Flabellina exoptata from our recent trip to Vanuatu to add to your distribution information. These photos were taken on the wreck of the Bonzer and the bright colour in front of this nudibranch is deck paint showing through the growth. Thankyou for your work on the forum, hope these are of interest.
Locality: The Bonzer, Mele Reef, Hideaway Island, 20 metres, Vanuatu, Pacific, 20 April 2008, Shipwreck beside coral reef with some growth on the wreck. Length: 30 mm approximately. Photographer: Leanne & David Atkinson.
Best wishes,
Leanne & David Atkinson
atk@hunterlink.net.au
Atkinson, L. & D., 2008 (Oct 2) Flabellina exoptata from Vanuatu. [Message in] Sea Slug Forum. Australian Museum, Sydney. Available from http://www.seaslugforum.net/find/21927Thanks Leanne & David,
I have included a close-up to show the rather characteristic arrangement of papillae on the rhinophores.
Best wishes,
Bill Rudman
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