How big is the Apolegma chromodoris?

Apolegma chromodoris (Hypselodoris apolegma) reaches 4–7 cm in length.

At what depth can you find the Apolegma chromodoris?

Apolegma chromodoris is found between 5–30 m deep.

What is the conservation status of the Apolegma chromodoris?

IUCN status: Least concern (LC).

Where can you find the Apolegma chromodoris?

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

Apolegma chromodoris (Hypselodoris apolegma)

Key facts

Scientific name: Hypselodoris apolegma
Common name: Apolegma chromodoris
Category: Molluscs
Family: Chromodorididae
Genus: Hypselodoris
Size: 4–7 cm
Depth: 5–30 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

Hypselodoris apolegma reaches 7 cm. Indo-Pacific nudibranch (Chromodorididae) with uniformly vivid pink-purple mantle with distinctive yellow-white edges, white-pink gills, red-purple rhinophores. Lives from 5 to 30 m on coral reefs of central and western Indo-Pacific (Indonesia, Philippines, Malaysia). Feeds on sponges. Iconic macro photo subject of Lembeh, Anilao nudi-spotting dives for contrasting vivid colors.

Photo of Apolegma chromodoris

Frequently asked questions

How big is the Apolegma chromodoris?: Apolegma chromodoris (Hypselodoris apolegma) reaches 4–7 cm in length.
At what depth can you find the Apolegma chromodoris?: Apolegma chromodoris is found between 5–30 m deep.
Is the Apolegma chromodoris dangerous to divers?: Danger level: Harmless.
What is the conservation status of the Apolegma chromodoris?: IUCN status: Least concern (LC).
Where can you find the Apolegma chromodoris?: Found in: Asian Pacific, Indian Ocean & Red Sea.

Other species in the genus Hypselodoris

Other species in the family Chromodorididae

Sources

Taxonomy: WoRMS (AphiaID 560044)
Photos: iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)
Distribution: GBIF (taxonKey 6519533)
Conservation: IUCN Red List
Encyclopedia: Wikipedia