Scientific Name: Spinoaglaja orientalis
Common Name: Eastern spinoaglaja

Adult Size: 10 – 30 mm
Depth Range: 5 – 30 m
Biotope / Habitat: Sandy and silty bottoms near coral reefs and rubble zones, often seen gliding along the seafloor
Diet: Carnivorous; preys on small invertebrates, using its radula to grasp and consume them
Reproduction: Hermaphroditic; reciprocal mating occurs, with tiny, coiled egg ribbons laid in hidden sandy patches or rubble
Fun Fact: Spinoaglaja orientalis is strikingly marked with black and white stripes and bright orange accents, making it a bold and beautiful resident of the reef’s sandy edges!

This active and vividly patterned slug adds a splash of color and drama to sandy reef habitats, making it a treat for divers and macro photographers alike.