Family

Common name: Aeolid Nudibranchs

Scientific name: Facelinidae

Facelinidae, commonly known as Aeolid Nudibranchs, are a family of sea slugs characterized by their colorful and often ornate bodies. They are a popular subject for underwater photographers and a fascinating addition to the reef aquarium, albeit not common. They possess cerata, which are finger-like appendages on their back used for respiration and sometimes for defense, as they can store nematocysts from their prey, such as hydroids. Hobbyists should note that they require specific diets, often feeding exclusively on certain types of soft corals, hydroids, or anemones, making them challenging to keep in captivity.

  1. Tropical nudibranch Indian Caloria (Caloria indica) on the reef. Raja Ampat
    Common name: Indian Caloria
    Scientific name: Caloria indica
  2. Yellow-Tipped Phyllodesmium (Phyllodesmium briareum) a sea slug or an aeolid nudibranch in the family Facelinidae near Anilao, Mabini,  Philippines.  Underwater photography.
    Common name: Solar Powered Nudibranch
    Scientific name: Phyllodesmium briareum
  3. Solar powered nudi Phyllodesmium longicirrum
    Common name: Solar-powered Phyllodesmium
    Scientific name: Phyllodesmium longicirrum
  4. Phyllodesmium magnum Nudibranch, Sea Slag. Philippines.
    Common name: Great Phyllodesmium
    Scientific name: Phyllodesmium magnum
  5. Pteraeolidia ianthina - Nacktschnecke im Komodo Nationalpark Indonesien
    Common name: blue dragon nudibranch
    Scientific name: Pteraeolidia ianthina