Berthelinia caribbea explained

Berthelinia caribbea is a species of a sea snail with a shell comprising two separate hinged pieces or valves. It is a marine gastropod mollusc in the family Juliidae.

Distribution

The type locality for this species is Port Royal, Jamaica.^[1]

Description

This species has a translucent greenish colour. There may be a few brown lines on the body and the head.^[2]

Ecology

Berthelinia caribbea feeds on Caulerpa verticillata.^[2]

Notes and References

1. Jensen K. R. (November 2007). "Biogeography of the Sacoglossa (Mollusca, Opisthobranchia)" . Bonner zoologische Beiträge 55(2006)(3-4): 255–281.
2. Web site: The Sea Slug Forum - Berthelinia caribbea. Rudman. July 15, 2010. www.seaslugforum.net.