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Nudibranchs are the paint palette of the sea-- "This shell-less mollusks, part of the sea slug family, bear some of the most fascinating shapes, sumptuous hues, and intricate patterns of any animal on Earth. There are more than 3,000 known species, and new ones are being identified almost daily. They are found throughout the world's oceans, but are most abundant in shallow, tropical waters. Their scientific name, Nudibranchia, means naked gills. Generally oblong in shape, nudibranchs can be thick or flattened, long or short, ornately colored or drab to match their surroundings.  Nudibranchs derive their coloring from the food they eat, which helps in camouflage, and some even retain the foul-tasting poisons of their prey and secrete them as a defense against predators.  They can grow as small as 0.25 inches (6 millimeters) or as large as 12 inches (31 centimeters) long. "   Before you read more interesting facts here at  Animals/NatGeo/WILD ,  check my Nudibranch Ha