Blue Velvet Nudibranch

Scientific Name: Chelidonura varians
Family: Aglajidae
Origin: Indo-Pacific Ocean
Care Difficulty: Difficult
Temperament: Peaceful
Diet: Carnivore
Minimum Aquarium Volume: 80 liters
Maximum Size: 5–7 cm
Temperature: 24–27°C
Salinity: 1.023–1.025 SG
pH: 8.1–8.4
Reef Compatibility: Fully compatible

It is particularly preferred in reef aquariums for flatworm (planaria) control. It primarily feeds on various flatworm species. When its natural food source is depleted, it often does not accept different foods and may starve. Therefore, long-term care can be challenging.