Family

Common name: Leaf Slug

Scientific name: Plakobranchidae

Plakobranchidae, commonly known as Leaf Slugs or Sapsucking Slugs, are a family of sacoglossan sea slugs. They are characterized by their flattened, leaf-like bodies which aid in camouflage among algae. Members of this family are known for their unique ability to incorporate chloroplasts from the algae they consume into their own tissues, a phenomenon known as kleptoplasty. This allows them to utilize photosynthesis, supplementing their diet with energy from sunlight. They are fascinating additions to the reef aquarium, but their diet is specialized, and they require a steady supply of specific algae to thrive.

  1. Elysia crispata, common name the lettuce sea slug
    Common name: lettuce slug
    Scientific name: Elysia crispata
  2. Solar powered sea slug ( elysia diomedea )
    Common name: Eastern Pacific Emerald Elysia
    Scientific name: Elysia diomedea
  3. Wild Wonders of Taiwan
    Common name: lettuce slug
    Scientific name: Elysia ornata
  4. Sapsucking Slug
    Common name: Sapsucking Slug
    Scientific name: Elysia verrucosa
  5. Sap-Sucking Slug (Elysia sp.)
    Common name: green elysia
    Scientific name: Elysia viridis
  6. Nudibranchio o lumaca di mare, Plakobranchus ocellatus, in movimento sulla sabbia
    Common name: Flat camouflaged slug
    Scientific name: Plakobranchus ocellatus
  7. Thuridilla gracilis Sea Slug
    Common name: Thuridilla gracilis
    Scientific name: Thuridilla gracilis