Umbrella Slug

Umbrella Slug
Name: Umbrella Slug
Scientific Name: Umbraculum umbraculum
Family: Umbrella Shells
Taxonomic: Umbraculidae
ID Group: Nudibranchs, Sea Slugs, Sea Hares
Size: up to 11 in.
Depth Range: In shallow waters (0 – 15 ft.)
Sightings: Not usually seen

This large Slug has a soft body covered with rounded tubercles. Its color varies from tan to orange or yellow. The small, round shell is often encrusted.