Prudhoe's Flatworm (Pseudoceros prudhoei)

Also known as Polyclad Flatworm, Polyclad Worm, Wavy Flatworm

Description

Also known as Polyclad Flatworm, Polyclad Worm, Wavy Flatworm.

Found singly, amongst rubble and sandy areas of coral and rocky reefs.
They feed on ascidians.
Length - 5cm
Depth - 2-20m
Widespread Indo-Pacific

Flatworms can move fast along the bottom by rapidly beating tiny hairs which act like millions of feet to propel them along in an undulating manner.
They feed by placing themselves over their victims and sucking in their prey, a tube like extension in its mouth acts as a grinder.
Many flatworms are confused with seaslugs and visa versa. Ref: x

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