Scientific name: Jorunna funebris
Size: On average 2 inches, can reach 4.7 inches
Color: White and Black
Distinguishing feature: White with black or brown circular spots on the coat
Where did we see it: Raja Ampat
Scientific name: Jorunna funebris
Size: On average 2 inches, can reach 4.7 inches
Color: White and Black
Distinguishing feature: White with black or brown circular spots on the coat
Where did we see it: Raja Ampat
This species of nudibranch can be observed day and night.
It contains a cytotoxic substance: jorumycin, which acts as a repellent and is of interest to researchers for its anti-tumor properties.
The kakihona sushi (sushi wrapped in persimmon leaves) are really the best!
To eat them, you have to go to Nara!
Parrotfish create a protective envelope around them when they are sleeping.
So, don't put the light on them during night dive to don't to wake them up and break this envelope.
Some sharks can stay motionless on the sand (white tips reef sharks, nurse sharks, etc.).
These sharks don't have to swim to bring oxygen to their gills like other sharks (grey, hammerheads tc.)