Scientific Name: Limenandra cf. confusa
Common Name: Confused limenandra

Adult Size: 10 – 20 mm
Depth Range: 3 – 25 m
Biotope / Habitat: Coral reef slopes and rocky rubble zones, often seen on hydroids and small encrusting invertebrates
Diet: Feeds on hydroids and tiny colonial animals, using its radula to gently scrape polyps and absorb their nutrients
Reproduction: Hermaphroditic; mates reciprocally, laying delicate, coiled egg ribbons on hard reef substrates or on hydroid colonies
Fun Fact: Limenandra cf. confusa’s translucent white to pinkish body with fine orange markings allows it to blend perfectly among hydroids and algae, making it a hidden jewel for keen-eyed divers!

This subtle and delicate nudibranch’s slender form and gentle movements make it a delight for macro photographers and reef enthusiasts exploring the tiny wonders of the reef.