White Dragonet [Lophodoris alba]
Description
The White Dragonet, Lophodoris alba, is a unique species found in the Eastern Pacific, particularly in the waters of California. This species is characterized by its white body and the presence of branchial plumes. It is a small species, typically reaching a length of only about 1 cm. The White Dragonet is usually found on sandy or muddy bottoms, often concealed by burying itself in the substrate. Its diet primarily consists of small invertebrates.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Gastropods
Gastropoda
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| Order |
Nudibranchia
Nudibranchia
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| Family |
Goniodorididae
Goniodorididae
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| Genus |
Lophodoris
Lophodoris
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