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Dermatobranchus sp. #1

Maximum size: 6 mm. (Bertsch
& Johnson, 1981).
Identification:
This
is a small, cream animal without longitudinal ridges. It has a few
scattered violet spots and
orange-red rhinophores.
Natural history:
We've only seen
two Dermatobranchus sp. #1.
Both were found on sand near rubble in a semi-protected area at a
depth of 5-8 m (16-26 ft). The one animal seen by Scott Johnson was
found at an exposed rocky site at about 5 m (16 ft).
Distribution:
Maui and Oahu: also known from Reunion.
Taxonomic notes:
First
recorded in Hawaii at Makua, Oahu by Scott Johnson on June 9,
1978.
Photo: PF: 3
mm; Kapalua Bay, Maui; Sept. 2, 1994.
Observations and comments:
Note
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