Anilao — 23 January 2026
- Location seen
- Anilao, Philippines
- Date seen
- 2026-01-23
- Depth
- 60
Chromodoris willani
Willan's Chromodoris
Chromodoris willani© Di Syrett / MacroDivers.com
About this species
- Current scientific name
- Chromodoris willani
- Common name
- Willan's Chromodoris
- Order
- Nudibranchia - Doridoidea (Dorids)
- Type
- Cryptobranchia (Cryptobranch dorids)
- ID confidence
- Confirmed
- Genus
- Chromodoris
- Species
- willani
- Average size
- 35 mm
- Colours
- white, black, blue
- Pattern
- Spots, Band, Edged mantle
- Body shape
- Oval
- Rhinophores
- Horizontal
- Gills
- External gill plume
- Similar species
- Chromodoris dianae, Chromodoris lochi
Geographic Distribution
Endemic to Indo-West Pacific.
Identification
Common and fairly typical Chromodoris. What distinguishes this nudi is the white spots on the rhinophores and gills which appear to sparkle. Rhinophores lamellate. Gills feathery and retractable.
Behaviour / Habitat
May be found at depths ranging from 5 to 60 meters.
General Notes
Often seen in pairs or small groups. If you see one - look around as you may find others.
Our Sightings
Lembeh — 12 September 2025
- Location seen
- Lembeh, Indonesia
- Date seen
- 2025-09-12
- Depth
- 60