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 whale shark is the largest fish in the world!
Some whales are larger, but they are mammals, not fish!
The tiger shark has slender marks similars to the lines of tigers, hence its name.
When it is juvenile, these marks are round and not vertical. They change when it grows.
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.