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Phylum: Mollusca, Class: Gastropoda
Range: Indian Ocean, Indo-Pacific Region, Western Pacific Ocean
Size: 1 in. Space:: 10+ gal. Diet: Certain bristleworms, mussels, slugs
Reef Safe: Yes Care Level: Easy Temperament: Peaceful
Natural History: The Bubble Shell Sea Slug (Hydatina) is an avid feeder worms and slugs in the sand. It burrows to escape predators and feed. It is reported to feed on slow-moving segmented worms only.
Husbandry: The Bubble Shell Sea SLug is an interesting addition to a marine aquarium. It may require supplemental feedings of chopped mussels or other meaty foods to satisfy its predatory diet.