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Elysia ornata
The ornate leaf slug is characterised by its two 'wings' or parapodia that are held in ruffles to imitate seaweed. This slug is found in different shades of green that is individually determined by how much algae they eat.
Mangrove channels. Commonly found across tropical coastal areas, but more frequent where there is a high amount of algae to feed on.
Thank you both, will change accordingly! I'm terrible at ID'ing these slugs & nudies, so suggestions are very welcome :)
Love it! Here's some more examples.... http://www.nudipixel.net/photo/00004661/...
Spotted on Jul 8, 2010
Submitted on May 8, 2011
