How big is the Indian caloria?

Indian caloria (Caloria indica) reaches 1–3 cm in length.

At what depth can you find the Indian caloria?

Indian caloria is found between 5–25 m deep.

What is the conservation status of the Indian caloria?

IUCN status: Least concern (LC).

Where can you find the Indian caloria?

Found in: Asian Pacific, Indian Ocean & Red Sea, Mediterranean.

Indian caloria (Caloria indica)

Key facts

Scientific name: Caloria indica
Common name: Indian caloria
Category: Molluscs
Family: Facelinidae
Genus: Caloria
Size: 1–3 cm
Depth: 5–25 m
IUCN status: Least concern (LC)
Danger level: Harmless
Habitats: coral-reef
Behaviours: benthic, slow-mover
Ocean zones: Asian Pacific, Indian Ocean & Red Sea, Mediterranean

Description

Caloria indica reaches 3 cm. Tiny aeolid nudibranch (Facelinidae) Indo-Pacific with transparent white-translucent body with orange-red to vivid red cerata tipped luminous white-bluish, orange lamellate rhinophores, long white cephalic tentacles. Lives from 5 to 25 m on coral reefs of central Indo-Pacific. Hydroid predator. Highly sought-after trophy macro photo subject at Lembeh and Anilao for its fluorescent colors and small size.

Photo of Indian caloria

Frequently asked questions

How big is the Indian caloria?: Indian caloria (Caloria indica) reaches 1–3 cm in length.
At what depth can you find the Indian caloria?: Indian caloria is found between 5–25 m deep.
Is the Indian caloria dangerous to divers?: Danger level: Harmless.
What is the conservation status of the Indian caloria?: IUCN status: Least concern (LC).
Where can you find the Indian caloria?: Found in: Asian Pacific, Indian Ocean & Red Sea, Mediterranean.

Other species in the family Facelinidae

Sources

Taxonomy: WoRMS (AphiaID 181240)
Photos: iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)
Distribution: GBIF (taxonKey 4360289)
Conservation: IUCN Red List
Encyclopedia: Wikipedia