Ceratosoma tenue
Ceratosoma tenue Nudibranch
Body size is about 15 cm. Base color is orange to yellow; broad mantle has 2 or 3 lobes which are outlined in white and have a series of blue or purple dots. A toxic elongated skin flap protecting the gills gives this nudi its characteristic ‘T’ shape. Emperor shrimps often hitch a ride on their broad mantles.
Best Time of The Year
All year round
Remarks
lenght up to 150mm
Frequency of Sightings
Rare
Often
Habitat
mixed
Coral
Sand & rubble
DIVE SITES

Types of Habitats

Please note that the variety of critters depends on the season and changes dive sites to dive site

Sand & rubble

Sand & Rubble

Lembeh’s iconic muck sites feature gentle slopes of volcanic sand scattered with debris, sponges, algae, and rubble.

Coral

Coral

Many soft and hard coral species live and thrive here, in the nutrient-rich waters of the Lembeh Strait.

mixed

Mixed

With a combination of reef and muck dives, you can enjoy a world of diving experiences in one location.

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You can speak with the guides about the favorite critters you wish to see or search for critters in our dive site map.

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