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Cyerce elegans (2158)

The Cyerce elegans, is a type of nudibranch-a sacoglossan sea slug, that is quite tranparent and delicate. No bigger than your thumbnail. Constantly on the move, they are like little cows, constantly grazing the reef. Photographed in Anilao, Philippines with a guide to help spot this camouflaged creatures.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 04.2024
Date Uploaded: 10.2024
Photo Location: Anilao, Philippines
Camera: NIKON D500
Copyright: © Suzan Meldonian