Mottled Seahare
Mottled Seahare, ID Not Sure
| Name: | Mottled Seahare |
| Scientific Name: | Aplysia brasiliana |
| Family: | Seahares |
| Taxonomic: | Aplysiidae |
| ID Group: | Nudibranchs, Sea Slugs, Sea Hares |
| Size: | up to 10 in. |
| Depth Range: | In shallow waters (0 – 15 ft.) |
| Sightings: | Seen very rarely |
| Similar Species: | Spotted Seahare |
The Mottled Seahare has a soft body that varies from yellowish tan to green or darker colors, with white and brown patches. It sometimes has black spots on its side flaps.
This Seahare lives in sandy or seagrass areas, often in calm bays. It can release purple ink when disturbed.