Gymnodoris sp. 2

(Figure 26 E)

Material examined. One specimen. MB28-004724, PACG, 15 Aug. 2013, 0.5m, 30mm.

Habitats. Subtropical tidal reef.

Occurrences. Paindane.

Geographic distribution. Western Indian Ocean. So far only recorded in Mozambique.

Remarks. This species is distinguished from all others species by the dark brown colouration of the mantle with light yellow spots. The large gill branches form a complete circle around the anus and the foot is lobed. Other records of a Gymnodoris with similar colouration could not be found.