Scientific Name: Halgerda dalanghita
Common Name: Dalanghita halgerda

Adult Size: 30 – 60 mm
Depth Range: 10 – 40 m
Biotope / Habitat: Found on coral reefs and rocky outcrops, especially in areas with abundant sponges and encrusting organisms
Diet: Sponge feeder, using its radula to consume sponge tissue for nutrition and chemical defense
Reproduction: Hermaphroditic; reciprocal mating occurs, with delicate, coiled egg ribbons laid in sheltered reef areas
Fun Fact: Halgerda dalanghita is easily recognized by its yellow-colored body covered in dark brown tubercles and intricate ridges, making it one of the most striking dorids on the reef.

This beautifully sculpted nudibranch is a highlight for any diver lucky enough to spot it. Its elaborate textures and bold colors make it a jewel of the coral reef.