Sea Slugs Collection

Nudibranch / Sea Slug - Purple
KA-250 Nudibranch / Sea Slug - Purple Mediterranean Sea Mollusca Kurt Amsler Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Nudibranch (sea slug) (Chromodoris coil) Unlike most snails, nudibranchs have no shell & their delicate gills are
AUS-1846 Nudibranch (sea slug) (Chromodoris coil) Unlike most snails, nudibranchs have no shell & their delicate gills are exposed. Without a shell, they rely on toxic chemicals for self-defence

Common Grey Seaslug (Aeolidia papillosa) adult, in shallow pool beside Snakelocks Anemone (Anemonia viridis), Kimmeridge, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, March

An Aeolid nudibranch on an orange sponge, Papua New Guinea
An Aeolid nudibranch (Caloria indica) on an orange sponge, Fathers reef, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Sea Slugs (colour litho)
5210955 Sea Slugs (colour litho) by Carreras, Theobald (1829-95); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sea Slugs. Illustration for Marvels of the Universe (Hutchinson, c 1912).); © Look and Learn

Sea Slugs, 1833-39 (coloured engraving)
999676 Sea Slugs, 1833-39 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Dictionnaire pittoresque d histoire naturelle et des phenomAnes de la natureA)

Nudibranch eggs (Tritonia hombergi) Loch Carron, Ross and Cromarty, Scotland, UK, April

Macro detail of the Imperial Nudibranch
Imperial Nudibranch (Hypselodoris imperialis); Maui, Hawaii, United States of America

Puerto Galera, Philippines, South East Asia; Cleaner Shrimp On A Sea Cucumber

A magnificent ceratosoma nudibranch on coral, Solomons
A magnificent ceratosoma (Ceratosoma magnificum) nudibranch on coral, Russell Islands, Solomons

Nudibranch or sea slug (Reticulidia sp). Rib Reef, Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, Queensland, Australia
AUS-718 A nudibranch or sea slug Rib Reef, Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, Queensland, Australia Reticulidia sp. Dr David Wachenfeld / Auscape / ardea.com Auscape Please note that prints are for

Gymnodoris ceylonica nudibranch, Beqa Lagoon Fiji
Gymnodoris ceylonica nudibranch, Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Beautiful nudibranch on coral, Papua New Guinea

A black-margined glossodoris nudibranch
A black-margined glossodoris (Glossodoris atromarginata) amongst coral at a depth of 12 metres, Florida Islands, Solomons

Chromodoris coi sea slug nudibranch, Pulau Tioman, Pahang, Malaysia

Gymnodoris ceylonica nudibranch on black background
Gymnodoris ceylonica nudibranch, Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Nudibranch with orange emperor shrimp, Bali, Indonesia
Mexichromis multitubeculata sea slug nudibranch with orange emperor shrimp, Bali, Indonesia

Brown and white discodoris nudibranch, Bali, Indonesia
Brown and white discodoris nudibranch next to orange sponge, Bali, Indonesia

A beautiful nudibranch crawls slowly across a reef
A beautiful nudibranch (Hypselodoris bullocki) crawls slowly across a reef in Indonesia. This tropical region, within the Coral Triangle, is home to an incredible variety of marine life

Chromodoris Lochi nudibranch, Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Hypselodoris bullockii nudibranch on coral, Solomon Islands
Bullocks hypselodoris (Hypselodoris bullockii) on coral, Solomon Islands

Phyllodesmium poindimiei nudibranch on red sponge, Indonesia

Detail of a ribbon of Spanish dancer nudibranch eggs found on a reef in Indonesia

Nembrotha chamberlaini with feeding appendage extended
Chamberlains Nembrotha (Nembrotha chamberlaini) with feeding appendage extended, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

A beautiful nudibranch feeds on algae, Fiji

Head on view of a Chromodoris reticulata nudibranch, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

A red-netted chromodori, Komodo National Park, Indonesia
A red-netted chromodoris (Chromodoris tinctoria), head/side view showing cerata, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Close-up view of a Risbecia tryoni nudibranch
A Risbecia tryoni nudibranch with white, brown and bright blue markings, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

A colorful nudibranch crawls slowly across a reef
A colorful nudibranch (Nembrotha kubaryana) crawls slowly across a reef near the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia. This beautiful, tropical region is home to an incredible variety of marine life

A yellow nudibranch crawling away from its mass egg ribbon, Papua New Guinea
A Banana Nudibranch (Notodoris minor) crawling away from its mass egg ribbon implanted on the side of an outcropping on the reef in the warm clear ocean waters of Papua New Guinea

A Pair of nudibranch feeding on algae, Papua New Guinea
A pair of nudibranch feeding on algae, Papua New Guinea

Emperor commensal shrimp on a nudibranch, North Sulawesi
Emperor commensal shrimp (Periclimenes imperator) riding on a Ceratosoma gracillimum T-bar nudibranch, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Lochs chromodoris nudibranch amongst coral. Solomons
Lochs chromodoris (Chromodoris lochi) amongst coral, depth 12 metres, Florida Islands, Solomons

An opisthobranch on volcanic sand, Papua New Guinea
A blue and white opisthobranch on volcanic sand, Papua New Guinea

Blue hypselodoris bulockii sea slug nudibranch, Lembeh Strait, Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Phyllidia coelestis nudibranch on blue background, Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Head on view showing cerata on an aeolid nudibranch, Pteraeolidia ianthina, in Komodo National Park, Indonesia

A pair of Nembrotha chamberlaini nudibranchs mating, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Nudibranch, Fiji

Phyllidia coelestis nudibranch, Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

A Thecacera nudibranch crawls across the seafloor
A rare, undescribed nudibranch (Thecacera sp.) crawls across the seafloor in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This beautiful area harbors extraordinary marine biodiversity

Cluster of Hypselodoris maridadilus sea slugs

Flabellina exoptata nudibranch, Pulau Tioman, Pahang, Malaysia
Flabellina exoptata sea slug nudibranch, Pulau Tioman, Pahang, Malaysia

Ruffled nudibranch on coral, Solomons
Nudibranch (Glossodoris hikuerensis) on coral at a depth of 10 metres, Florida Islands, Solomons

A pair of Mexichromis nudibranch circle each other trying to mate
A pair of nudibranchs (Mexichromis sp.) circle each other trying to mate in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This beautiful area harbors extraordinary marine biodiversity

A flabellina nudibranch amongst coral
A flabellina nudibranch (Flabellina exoptata) amongst coral at a depth of 10 metres, Florida Islands, Solomons

Glossodoris atromarginata nudibranch, Bali, Indonesia
Yellow white and black Glossodoris atromarginata nudibranch sea slug, Bali, Indonesia

Chromodoris coi nudibranch sea slug, Bali, Indonesia

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Sea slugs, also known as nudibranchs, are fascinating creatures found in the depths of the ocean. With their vibrant colors and unique features, they captivate both scientists and nature enthusiasts alike. One such species is the Purple Nudibranch or Sea Slug (Chromodoris coil), which can be spotted in the Great Barrier Reef off Queensland. Unlike most snails, these nudibranchs have no shell, leaving their delicate gills exposed to the surrounding waters. To compensate for this vulnerability, they rely on toxic chemicals for self-defense. In shallow pools beside Snakelocks Anemone (Anemonia viridis), you may come across the Common Grey Seaslug (Aeolidia papillosa) adult. Its presence adds a touch of elegance to its surroundings as it gracefully glides through the water. Venturing further into Papua New Guinea's underwater world reveals an Aeolid nudibranch perched on an orange sponge. The contrasting colors create a mesmerizing sight that showcases nature's artistic brilliance. Historical illustrations depict sea slugs in all their glory - from color lithographs showcasing their diverse hues to colored engravings dating back to 1833-39. These visual representations remind us of our long-standing fascination with these enchanting creatures. Nudibranch eggs offer another intriguing aspect of sea slug life. In Loch Carron, Ross and Cromarty, Scotland, UK during April, Tritonia hombergi lays its eggs delicately along seafloor surfaces. This intricate process highlights their commitment to reproduction and ensuring future generations thrive. Zooming in on macro details brings attention to the Imperial Nudibranch's stunning patterns and textures. Each tiny detail tells a story about this majestic creature's existence beneath the waves. Exploring Puerto Galera in South East Asia reveals an unexpected partnership between Cleaner Shrimp and Sea Cucumbers – a symbiotic relationship that benefits both species. This unique interaction showcases the interconnectedness of marine life.