Scarred Flatworm (Maritigrella eschara)

Also known as Polyclad Flatworm

Description

Also known as Polyclad Flatworm.

Found singly or in pairs, under rubble of reef crests.
They feed on Sea Squirts.
Length - 4.5cm
Depth - 1-11m
Widespread Indo-West 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: https://www.reeflex.net/tiere/11006_Maritigrella_eschara.htm

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