Friday, March 21, 2014

The Nudibranch, Philippines

Photo: Orange nudibranch with black spots



Nudibranch, Philippines


Nudibranchs, nicknamed "nudis," are best known for the impossible array of colors and designs they sport. They derive coloring, as well as toxicity, from the food they eat. Their wild hues tell potential predators, "You'd best look elsewhere for a meal."












(source:google/http://ocean.nationalgeographic.com/)

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