Spanish Dancer

Hexabranchus sanguineus
Spanish Dancer map

Spanish dancer (Hexabranchus sanguineus) is one of the largest nudibranchs and is capable of swimming, by moving their whole body in a Rhythmic motion (hence the name) Juveniles are light bodied in colour with a pink/purple spotted mantle, adults are usually deep red with a mottled texture showing yellow or white.

Size: 40 cm

Diet: Sponges

VIDEO: Andy Green
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Left: John Natoli
Centre: John Natoli
Right: John Natoli
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