Deep Sea Profile
Transparent sea slug that flaps 'wings' to swim.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it eat?
It feeds exclusively on 'Sea Butterflies' (swimming snails).
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Sea Angel
Sea angel
Image via Wikimedia Commons
Abyssal Stats
Depth
Surface–600 m (0–2,000 ft)
Size
Up to 5 cm (2 in)
Habitat
Cold Open Water
Diet
Sea butterflies (snails)
What they'd be sayin'
"I am a swimming sea slug that has evolved 'wings' instead of a foot."
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