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Mexichromis
(?) sp. #3

 
Mexichromis(?) sp. #3
Maximum size:  5 mm.

Identification:  This dorid is translucent-white with three longitudinal white lines on the notum. A magenta line encircles the body inside the mantle margin. (Note 1)

Natural history:  Mexichromis(?) sp. #3 is known from a single animal found outside the reef at Midway between 12 and 25 m (40 and 83 ft).

Distribution:  Midway.

Taxonomic notes:  The genus of this species is uncertain. However, three light dorsal lines are found in several species moved to Mexichromis in Johnson & Gosliner, 2012. It was first recorded in Hawaii from Midway Atoll by PF in 1993.

Photo:  PF: Midway Atoll; 1993.

Observations and comments:

Note 1:  The animal had begun to deteriorate before it could be photographed, so its posture isn't accurate.
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