Genus

Common name: Sea Hare

Scientific name: Aplysia

Aplysia, commonly known as Sea Hares, are a genus of large sea slugs found in temperate and tropical seas. They are known for their unique shape and swimming behavior. Sea Hares are herbivorous, feeding mainly on algae, which makes them useful in controlling algae growth in aquariums. They have a gentle disposition but can release a purple ink as a defense mechanism. Due to their size, they require larger tanks with plenty of space to roam.

  1. A wild California Sea Hare, Aplysia californica, a hermaphroditic species commonly used in laboratory research
    Common name: California seahare
    Scientific name: Aplysia californica
  2. Common name: Brown Sea Hare
    Scientific name: Aplysia depilans
  3. Aplysia fasciata
    Common name: mottled sea hare
    Scientific name: Aplysia fasciata
  4. Dotted sea-hare (Aplysia punctata) in Mediterranean Sea
    Common name: spotted sea hare
    Scientific name: Aplysia punctata