Re: Glossodoris symmetricus

November 19, 2009
From: Valda Fraser

Dear Bill

I'm not sure whether this critter is in fact Glossodoris symmetricus. The markings do not seem 100% right, also, the enormous size. Words of wisdom please.

Locality: Pomene, 32 m, Mozambique, Indian Ocean, 13 November 2009, rocky reef. Length: 150 mm. Photographer: Valda Fraser.

All the best
Valda


valdafraser@mweb.co.za

Fraser, V.J., 2009 (Nov 19) Re: Glossodoris symmetricus. [Message in] Sea Slug Forum. Australian Museum, Sydney. Available from http://www.seaslugforum.net/find/22817

Dear Valda,

I agree that it's very large. I can't really say without dissection whether it is G. symmetricus because it lacks the characteristic white pattern on its back and the gills are branched. However both these differences, like its folded mantle edge, may well be related to it large size. I think I will tentatively identify it with that species until we know more.

Best wishes,
Bill Rudman

Rudman, W.B., 2009 (Nov 19). Comment on Re: Glossodoris symmetricus by Valda Fraser. [Message in] Sea Slug Forum. Australian Museum, Sydney. Available from http://www.seaslugforum.net/find/22817

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