Scientific Name: Tritoniopsis elegans
Common Name: Elegant tritoniopsis

Adult Size: 15 – 30 mm
Depth Range: 5 – 30 m
Biotope / Habitat: Coral reef slopes and rocky outcrops, often seen gliding over rubble and sponges
Diet: Feeds on bryozoans and small sessile invertebrates, using its radula to gently scrape and consume prey
Reproduction: Hermaphroditic; mates reciprocally, laying delicate, coiled egg ribbons in protected reef areas
Fun Fact: Tritoniopsis elegans is aptly named for its graceful white body adorned with fine forms, making it a refined jewel of the reef!

This charming nudibranch’s gentle white colors and elegant form make it a favorite for macro photographers and a highlight for divers exploring the reef’s hidden treasures.