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Thordisa
sp. #5

 
Thordisa sp. #5
Maximum size:  about 25 mm.

Identification:  This is a golden-yellow species with tentacular papillae. The rhinophores are solid yellow and the branchia are yellow, flecked with brown and white.

Natural history:  Thordisa sp. #5 is known from two animals found at between 3 and 8 m (10 and 30 ft) at moderately exposed rocky to mixed sites.

Distribution:  Maui.

Taxonomic notes:  It was first recorded in Hawaii from Makena Landing, Maui by CP on Aug. 2, 2002.

Photo:  CP: 7 mm:  Makena Landing, Maui; Aug. 2, 2002.

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