Rare sighting of iridescent sea slug recorded in UK waters
Author: Anna DaviesPublished 15 hours in the past
The pink bodied sea slug – Babakina anadoni – has been reported to the Marine Biological Association.
Seen in rock pools at Hannafore in Looe, the creature is often discovered in heat sea waters, initially off the west coast of Spain, Portugal and France, however has lately been discovered across the UK.
The vibrant creature might appears pleasant at first look however it’s thought of to be toxic to predators however is just not sometimes harmful to people until ingested.
Known for being one of the crucial vibrant creatures in the ocean, it’s suggested to not contact them.
Though their presence is thrilling and a spectacular sighting, it raises considerations for local weather change as the ocean slugs are transferring in direction of hotter waters in the UK.
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