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Atagema(?) sp. #2
Maximum size: 13 mm.
Identification:
This is a firm species that has a notum covered with a honeycomb-like
pattern of narrow ridges. The ridges and the depressions between them
are decorated with papillae in a manner similar to other Atagema spp but it lacks the
elevated dorsal crest and tall rhinophore sheaths of most species in
that genus. It is cream in color with brown flecks in the depressions
and white tips on some of the papillae. The rhinophores are tipped with
white and there are white and brown flecks on the branchia.
Natural history:
Atagema(?) sp. #2
is known from a single animal found at < 1 m (< 3 ft) at a
moderately protected site.
Distribution:
Maui.
Taxonomic notes:
It was first recorded in Hawaii from Hekili Point, Maui by CP on June 19,
1997.
Photo: PF: 13
mm: found by CP; Hekili Point, Maui; June 19, 1997.
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