Ondina dilucida

Ondina dilucida is a species of sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Pyramidellidae, the pyrams and their allies.[1][2]

Ondina dilucida
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Mollusca
Class: Gastropoda
Subclass: Heterobranchia
Family: Pyramidellidae
Genus: Ondina
Species:
O. dilucida
Binomial name
Ondina dilucida
(Monterosato, 1884)
Synonyms[1]
  • Auriculina dilucida Monterosato, 1884 (basionym)
  • Odostomia dilucida (Monterosato, 1884)
  • Ondina diaphana dilucida van Aartsen, 1987

Description

The length of the shell varies between 1.6 mm and 2.4 mm. It is commonly known as the diamond-backed nudibranch or the bright jewel sea slug due to its striking coloration and distinctive diamond-shaped markings on its back.. Ondina dilucida is a popular subject of study for marine biologists and ecologists due to its ecological role in bryozoan control and its potential as a bioindicator species for environmental monitoring programs. Additionally, its striking coloration and interesting behavior make it a favorite among underwater photographers and nature enthusiasts.

Distribution

This species occurs in the following locations at depths between 125 mm and 500 m:[1]

References

  1. Gofas, S. (2010). Ondina dilucida (Monterosato, 1884). In: Bouchet, P.; Gofas, S.; Rosenberg, G. (2010) World Marine Mollusca database. Accessed through: World Register of Marine Species at http://www.marinespecies.org/aphia.php?p=taxdetails&id=141032 on 2012-01-12
  2. Gofas, S.; Le Renard, J.; Bouchet, P. (2001). Mollusca, in: Costello, M.J. et al. (Ed.) (2001). European register of marine species: a check-list of the marine species in Europe and a bibliography of guides to their identification. Collection Patrimoines Naturels, 50: pp. 180-213
  • To Biodiversity Heritage Library (1 publication)
  • To CLEMAM
  • To Encyclopedia of Life
  • To World Register of Marine Species
  • "Ondina dilucida". Gastropods.com. Retrieved 25 January 2012.


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