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Scutus antipodes

Elephant Slug, Shield Slug, Ducksbill Limpet

Zachary O'Leary (2011) 


 

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Overview

Brief Summary


Physical Description

Size


Identification Resources


Ecology

Local Distribution and Habitats


Biogeographical Distribution


Micro-habitats and Associations


Crypsis


Life History & Behaviour

Behaviour


Cyclicity


Morphology and Physiology

External Morphology


Internal Anatomy


Conservation

Threats


References & More Information

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Names & Taxonomy

Common Names

Local Distribution and Habitats




Elephant slugs can be found from the intertidal zone to 20m depth in moderately exposed environments such as reef crests. During the day, the elephant slug hides under rocks and in crevices while emerging at night to feed.

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