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Ornate sap-sucking slug

Elysia ornata

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Mollusca ›Class: Gastropoda ›Family: Plakobranchidae ›Genus: Elysia

About

Elysia ornata, commonly known as ornate elysia or ornate leaf slug, is a species of sea slug, a marine gastropod mollusk. This sea slug superficially resembles a nudibranch, yet it does not belong to that suborder of gastropods. Instead it is a member of the closely related clade Sacoglossa, the "sap-sucking" sea slugs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ornate sap-sucking slug?
The scientific name of Ornate sap-sucking slug is Elysia ornata.
What kingdom does Ornate sap-sucking slug belong to?
Ornate sap-sucking slug belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Ornate sap-sucking slug belong to?
Ornate sap-sucking slug belongs to the phylum Mollusca.
What class does Ornate sap-sucking slug belong to?
Ornate sap-sucking slug belongs to the class Gastropoda.
What family does Ornate sap-sucking slug belong to?
Ornate sap-sucking slug belongs to the family Plakobranchidae.
What genus does Ornate sap-sucking slug belong to?
Ornate sap-sucking slug belongs to the genus Elysia.