leaf sheep

English

Etymology

Named after the two rhinophores that emerge from the top of this slug's head, which look similar to sheep's ears.

Noun

leaf sheep (plural leaf sheep)

  1. The sacoglossan sea slug Costasiella kuroshimae. It has green cerata across it's body and can indirectly perform photosynthesis via kleptoplasty.
    Synonyms: leaf slug, sea sheep

References

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