White Dendronotus

Dendronotus albus

The White Dendronotus is a beautiful sea slug that lives in the ocean. Its soft, white body has lovely frills that look like flowers. These creatures are fun to find while exploring tide pools!

Habitat: Coastal areas

Appearance

The White Dendronotus is a delicate, moth-like insect with a snow-white body and large, translucent wings. Its antennae are uniquely branched, resembling tiny frosted tree branches, making it visually distinct from common white moths or butterflies.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumMolluscaClassGastropodaOrderNudibranchiaFamilyDendronotidaeGenusDendronotus
White Dendronotus
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White Dendronotus

Category

Invertebrate

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Its name means "tree-backed," fitting its branched antennae!

The White Dendronotus glows under UV light!

They can smell flowers from a kilometer away!

They only live for about a month as adults!

Special abilities

Ability

Frosty Camouflage

White Dendronotus can perfectly blend into snowy environments or white flowers because of its pale, frilly wings that mimic ice crystals.

Ability

Branching Sensors

White Dendronotus has intricate, tree-like antennae that help them detect faint pheromones from far away, even in windy conditions.

Ability

Nocturnal Navigator

White Dendronotus can fly silently through moonlit nights because of its soft, feathery wing scales that absorb sound, helping avoid predators.

Measurements & details

Wingspan
25-40 mm
Size
12-20 mm
Lifespan
25-60 days
Flight Speed
8 km/h
Leg Count
6

Diet & Feeding

Feeds on sweet flower nectar to power its delicate flight.

Age differences: Larvae feed on specific leaf types before pupating.

Primary Foods

  • nectar
  • flower pollen
  • tree sap

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

Traits

Also known as

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Always look but don't touch sea creatures in tide pools to keep them safe.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is White Dendronotus's wingspan?

25-40 mm

How big is White Dendronotus?

12-20 mm

How long does White Dendronotus live?

25-60 days

How fast can White Dendronotus fly?

8 km/h

What does White Dendronotus eat?

Feeds on sweet flower nectar to power its delicate flight.

Where is White Dendronotus usually found?

Coastal areas

How does White Dendronotus hunt?

Foraging

How many legs does White Dendronotus have?

6

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