Rhinophores Collection

Nudibranch, Fiji
An aeolid nudibranch (Caloria indica) photographed on hard coral polyps (Diploastrea heliopora) in Fiji at 50 feet; Fiji

Picture No. 11675121
Royal Hypseldoris Nudibranch. Date:

Picture No. 11072916
Aeolid Nudibranch crawling on black sand TK3 dive site, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Indonesia. Aeolid Nudibranch

Colourful nudibranch feeding
A colourful nudibranch, Nembrotha rutilans. Feeding on hydroid. On reef at Halmahera, Maluku Islands, Indonesia

Nudibranch (Chromodoris coi)
A front view of the nudibranch Chromodoris coi, showing rhinophones. Taken on a night dive off Halmahera, Maluku Islands, Indonesia

Hypselodoris bullockii sea slug
Hypselodoris bullockii nudibranch, a type of sea slug. This sea slug inhabits the tropical waters of the eastern Indian and western Pacific Oceans

Umbraculum umbraculum sea slug on the seabed. This is a primitive sea slug that has a shell on its back. This shell is covered in grey detritus

Nembrotha kubaryana sea slug
Nembrotha kubaryana nudibranch, a type of sea slug. This nudibranch inhabits reefs in the tropical Indo-Pacific region. It feeds on ascidians and can reach 12 centimetres in length

Nudibranch and shrimp
Nudibranch (Chromodoris verrieri), or sea-slug, with an emperor shrimp (Periclemenes imperator). Photographed off Komodo, Indonesia

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Rhinophores, the fascinating sensory organs of nudibranchs, are a sight to behold in the vibrant waters of Fiji. Picture No. 11675121 and Picture No. 11072916 capture their exquisite beauty as they adorn these colorful sea slugs. These delicate appendages play a crucial role in helping nudibranchs navigate their surroundings and locate food sources. In the first image, we witness a mesmerizing display of a chromodoris coi nudibranch feeding on its favorite meal. Its rhinophores stand tall, sensing every scent particle that wafts through the water, guiding it towards its next feast. Sea slugs come in various shapes and sizes, but one thing remains constant - their enchanting rhinophores. The Hypselodoris bullockii sea slug showcases its unique set of these sensory organs in picture number three. Umbraculum umbraculum sea slug steals our attention with its intricate patterns and striking rhinophores captured beautifully in picture number four. These slender structures not only enhance their appearance but also aid them in detecting potential mates or predators lurking nearby. Nembrotha kubaryana sea slug takes center stage in picture number five with its flamboyant colors and distinctive rhinophores standing tall like antennae exploring the underwater world around it. Every sea slug possesses this remarkable adaptation known as rhinophores which allows them to thrive amidst coral reefs and rocky shores alike. Their ability to sense chemicals dissolved within water enables them to find suitable habitats while avoiding danger.