Winged Slug [Gastropteron]

Description

Gastropteron is a genus of small, pelagic sea slugs that are part of the Gastropteridae family. These marine gastropods are notable for their bivalve-like appearance, with a pair of wing-like parapodia that enable them to swim. Gastropteron species are found in oceans worldwide, often floating or swimming near the surface. They feed on microscopic plankton and other small organisms. Their transparent to semi-transparent bodies with varying shades of coloration help them blend into the water column, evading predators.

Species

Blue Angel [Glaucus atlanticus]

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Pteraeolidia semperi [Pteraeolidia semperi]

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The Violet Sea Slug [Janolus fuscus]

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The Sea Swallow [Glaucus marginatus]

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Taxonomy