Gastrolobium [Gastrolobium]

Description

Gastrolobium is a lesser-known genus within the Philinidae family, with species that exhibit a highly reduced or internal shell. These marine slugs are adapted to a life of burrowing in soft marine sediments, where they feed on microorganisms and detritus. The genus is notable for its unique digestive system adaptations, including a lobed stomach, which aids in the digestion of its varied diet. Gastrolobium species are typically found in deeper water habitats compared to their counterparts.