How big is the Loch's chromodoris?

Loch's chromodoris (Chromodoris lochi) reaches 3–6 cm in length.

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

Loch's chromodoris is found between 3–30 m deep.

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

IUCN status: Least concern (LC).

Where can you find the Loch's chromodoris?

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

Loch's chromodoris (Chromodoris lochi)

Key facts

Scientific name: Chromodoris lochi
Common name: Loch's chromodoris
Category: Molluscs
Family: Chromodorididae
Genus: Chromodoris
Size: 3–6 cm
Depth: 3–30 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 lochi reaches 6 cm. Small Indo-Pacific nudibranch (Chromodorididae) with pale blue-purple mantle (paler than C. annae and colemani) with median longitudinal black line and black mantle edge, pale violet to white gills, black rhinophores. Lives from 3 to 30 m on coral reefs of central and western Indo-Pacific. Feeds on sponges. More accessible and common than its cousins. Accessible photogenic macro photo subject.

Photo of Loch's chromodoris

Frequently asked questions

How big is the Loch's chromodoris?: Loch's chromodoris (Chromodoris lochi) reaches 3–6 cm in length.
At what depth can you find the Loch's chromodoris?: Loch's chromodoris is found between 3–30 m deep.
Is the Loch's chromodoris dangerous to divers?: Danger level: Harmless.
What is the conservation status of the Loch's chromodoris?: IUCN status: Least concern (LC).
Where can you find the Loch'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 558198)
Photos: iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)
Distribution: GBIF (taxonKey 4596863)
Conservation: IUCN Red List
Encyclopedia: Wikipedia