How big is the Coleman's chromodoris?

Coleman's chromodoris (Chromodoris colemani) reaches 4–8 cm in length.

At what depth can you find the Coleman's chromodoris?

Coleman's chromodoris is found between 5–35 m deep.

What is the conservation status of the Coleman's chromodoris?

IUCN status: Least concern (LC).

Where can you find the Coleman's chromodoris?

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

Coleman's chromodoris (Chromodoris colemani)

Key facts

Scientific name: Chromodoris colemani
Common name: Coleman's chromodoris
Category: Molluscs
Family: Chromodorididae
Genus: Chromodoris
Size: 4–8 cm
Depth: 5–35 m
IUCN status: Least concern (LC)
Danger level: Harmless
Habitats: coral-reef
Behaviours: benthic, slow-mover
Ocean zones: Asian Pacific, Indian Ocean & Red Sea

Description

Chromodoris colemani reaches 8 cm. Indo-Pacific nudibranch (Chromodorididae) with distinctive vivid blue-purple mantle with 3-5 thin black longitudinal lines and white-yellow edge, orange-white gills, orange rhinophores. Lives from 5 to 35 m on coral reefs of central Indo-Pacific. Feeds on sponges. Cousin of C. annae (batch 14) with more pronounced purple colors. Iconic macro photo subject of Lembeh, Anilao dives.

Photo of Coleman's chromodoris

Frequently asked questions

How big is the Coleman's chromodoris?: Coleman's chromodoris (Chromodoris colemani) reaches 4–8 cm in length.
At what depth can you find the Coleman's chromodoris?: Coleman's chromodoris is found between 5–35 m deep.
Is the Coleman's chromodoris dangerous to divers?: Danger level: Harmless.
What is the conservation status of the Coleman's chromodoris?: IUCN status: Least concern (LC).
Where can you find the Coleman's chromodoris?: Found in: Asian Pacific, Indian Ocean & Red Sea.

Other species in the genus Chromodoris

Other species in the family Chromodorididae

Sources

Taxonomy: WoRMS (AphiaID 558301)
Photos: iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)
Distribution: GBIF (taxonKey 4596860)
Conservation: IUCN Red List
Encyclopedia: Wikipedia