Nudibranchs are carnivores grazing on algae, anemones, barnacles, corals, sponges and also on other nudibranchs. The two highly sensitive tentacles, called rhinophores, on the top of their head locate their prey. The alluring colours of nudibranchs come from the colouring of the food they eat. Some nudis retain foul-tasting poisons of their prey and then secrete them as a defense against predators.
Showing posts with label Hypselodoris cantabrica. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Hypselodoris cantabrica. Show all posts
Thursday, 5 April 2012
Saturday, 29 May 2010
Nudibranch Mating
Mating occurs head to tail through a genital aperture.
All nudibranchs are equipped with both male and female reproductive organs, each fertilizing the other, and both producing eggs.
Monday, 19 April 2010
Nudibranch on my finger
Adult nudibranchs vary in size from 20 to 600 millimeters. The miniscule size of this nudibranch can be seen in comparison to my gloved finger.
Saturday, 17 October 2009
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