Tryon Nudibranch

Nudibranch watchers are sure to love Risbecia tryoni nudibranchs that are, well, stuck on each other. Nudibranchs of this genus are always found in pairs and moving with the one behind grasping the end of the one in front. They also have a high body profile with the mantle protruding from the nudibranchs' body. Growing up to 10 cm, Tryon nudibranchs have an eerie pattern that looks three-dimensional with tan and white zones around black spots. The mantle is edged in bluish purple. This pair was photographed in March at the popular Sentinels dive site, although it is more common at new site Miguel's Diving is opening called Sand Pit for muck divers.