Rhyssoplax [Rhyssoplax]

Description

Rhyssoplax is a genus within the family Chitonidae, consisting of species that exhibit a range of adaptations to different marine environments. These chitons have a distinctive shell structure with eight plates that are often ornamented with radial ribs or sculpturing. Rhyssoplax species are found in a variety of habitats, including rocky shores, coral reefs, and sometimes sandy bottoms in both shallow and deep waters. They primarily feed on algae, using their radula to scrape off the growth on hard surfaces.

Species

Tricolor Chiton [Rhyssoplax tricolor]

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Olive Chiton [Rhyssoplax olivacea]