Re: Archidoris montereyensis with sculpin

September 8, 2003
From: Brian K. Penney

I would most likely say the animal is Anisodoris nobilis (more properly, what was formerly Anisodoris). Pigment in between tubercles rather than extending on top is a key distinction between this species and Archidoris montereyensis and Diaulula sandiegensis is out, as this specimen does not have caryophyllidia.

On that note, I am curious for an opinion from the systematists: what exactly do we call A. nobilis now? I know the genus name has been declared redundant by Valdes and Gosliner, but this species doesn't have caryophyllidia and therefore also cannot be placed in Diaulula. Should we just stick to Anisodoris until someone revises the species?

Cheers,
Brian

bpenney@anselm.edu

Panney, B.K., 2003 (Sep 8) Re: Archidoris montereyensis with sculpin. [Message in] Sea Slug Forum. Australian Museum, Sydney. Available from http://www.seaslugforum.net/find/10921

Dear Brian,
Concerning the identity of this animal - I think I'll move it to Diaulula nobilis, unless anyone has any stromg objections.

Concerning Anisodoris nobilis versus Diaulula nobilis, I can only refer you to an earlier message. Perhaps Angel or Terry can give some more information.
Cheers
Bill

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