SOLAR POWERED SEA SLUG by Mark Lightfoot (7496-3a)

Keywords: SEA SLUG OPISTOBRANCH NUDIBRANCH ALGAE

This uniquely shaped sea creature is a beautiful example of energy efficiency. The LETTUCE SEA SLUG, typically 1-2 inches long, retains the cytoplasts from the algae it eats which in turn continue to photosynthesize light creating sugar for energy. Looking back at the photo, one appreciates the design of the LETTUCE SEA SLUG and it's array of solar energy dishes across the top of it's body.