Varicose Wart Slug

Pseudocorax spp.

Family: Phyllidiidae Category: Omnivore Max size: 30 cm

Species information

Habitat: Coral reefs and rocky substrates
Distribution: Pacific Ocean
Food: Carnivorous, feeding on small invertebrates
Way of living: Solitary or in small groups
Behavior: Typically ambush predators, they are known for their slow movement and camouflage.

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