Scientific Name: Nembrotha lineolata
Common Name: Lined nembrotha

Adult Size: 40 – 70 mm
Depth Range: 5 – 30 m
Biotope / Habitat: Coral reef slopes and rocky outcrops, typically seen gliding over tunicates and encrusting invertebrates
Diet: Specialized predator of tunicates, using its radula to scrape and consume its prey
Reproduction: Hermaphroditic; reciprocal mating occurs, with long, coiled egg ribbons laid in hidden reef crevices
Fun Fact: Nembrotha lineolata is known for its smooth white to cream body covered in striking dark lines, with contrasting orange rhinophores and gills that make it a dramatic presence on the reef.

This elegant nudibranch’s unique linear markings and active hunting behavior make it a favorite for macro photographers and keen-eyed divers exploring the reef’s most colorful residents.