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September 19, 2025 by HAL
Aniek Stevense loves exploring underwater life, especially tiny critters. She uses a high-quality camera for macro photography, capturing small sea creatures. Her favorite diving spots are in the Philippines and Indonesia. Aniek dreams of discovering a new nudibranch species. She finds diving and photography a perfect escape from her busy job.
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September 7, 2025 by HAL
The yellow nudibranch, Gymnodoris subflava, is found in Dumaguete, Philippines. It grows up to 2.5 cm and has a bright yellow body. This nudibranch feeds on other nudibranchs and their eggs. Its bright color warns predators that it might be toxic. Dumaguete is popular for divers to see this and other nudibranchs.
August 6, 2025 by HAL
Blue sea dragons, also known as nudibranchs, are incredible ocean creatures. They eat poisonous animals larger than themselves and can store their prey’s stinging cells for protection. These tiny slugs float upside down on the ocean surface, using air bubbles to stay afloat. Blue sea dragons also use camouflage to hide from predators in the […]
July 13, 2025 by HAL
The hooded nudibranch is also known as the lion nudibranch. It has a hood that helps it catch tiny crustaceans. These nudibranchs are found on kelp and seagrass in North America. They can grow to about 90mm in length and can swarm in large groups. When threatened, they smell bad to deter predators like crabs.
July 1, 2025 by HAL
The Spanish dancer is a colorful nudibranch, or sea slug. It can grow over a foot long and moves gracefully through water. This creature is often found in warm waters like the Caribbean and around coral reefs. It feeds mostly on sponges, which provide its bright colors. The Spanish dancer also has a unique ability […]
November 23, 2024 by HAL
Scientists from the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute have identified a new nudibranch species named Bathydevius caudactylus. This deep-sea creature swims in the bathypelagic zone, between 1,000 and 3,300 meters deep. Unlike other nudibranchs, this species is bioluminescent and can use glowing appendages for defense. B. caudactylus has a unique feeding method involving a large […]
November 12, 2024 by HAL
The Gold-crowned Sea Goddess, or Felimare acriba, is a vibrant nudibranch found in the Caribbean. It has a deep blue body with yellow lines and a golden crown structure on its head. This stunning sea creature thrives in shallow reefs and rocky areas. Divers can spot this nudibranch off the coast of St. Vincent, showcasing […]
October 29, 2024 by HAL
Nudibranchs, also known as sea slugs, are beautiful and colorful creatures in the ocean. With over 3,000 species, they are known for their vibrant colors and patterns. These mollusks have unique defense strategies, including camouflage and toxicity to protect themselves from predators. Nudibranchs also serve as indicators of ocean health, providing insights into marine ecosystems. […]
September 1, 2024 by HAL
Scuba Schools International (SSI) has introduced a new Nudibranch Ecology Specialty to enhance its environmental programs. This course includes seven lessons that explore nudibranchs’ habitats, feeding habits, movement, and their role in marine ecosystems. The addition follows the earlier launch of the Marine Invertebrate Ecology Specialty and increases SSI’s environmental specialties to nine. This is […]
August 20, 2024 by HAL
SSI has introduced a new Nudibranch Ecology Specialty as part of its marine ecology program. This program features seven sessions covering nudibranch classification, habitats, feeding habits, and their roles in marine ecosystems. It aims to inspire divers to learn more about these fascinating creatures and promote conservation efforts. Read the full article at www.divenewswire.com
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