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Tenellia
sp. #7
 
Tenellia sp. #7
Maximum size:  5 mm.

Identification:  This is a translucent aeolid with opaque white covering the top of the head and extending in patches medially along the notum. The cerata have very thin, tightly-packed white lines extending from their bases to just below their tips. The pale orange digestive gland can be seen within each ceras between the lines. The rhinophores and cephalic tentacles have white tips and translucent-orange bases.

Natural history:  Tenellia sp. #7 is a rare aeolid that has been found in exposed to moderately exposed rocky locations at 10-14 m (32-46 ft) and in moderately protected rubble areas at 33.5 m (110 ft).

Distribution:  Maui and Oahu: also known from Papua New Guinea and the Philippines.

Taxonomic notes:  It was first recorded in Hawaii off Makena, Maui by PF on April 26, 1993 and was formerly placed in the genus Cuthona.

Photo:  PF: 5 mm: off Makena, Maui; April 26, 1993.

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