A strange looking slug of the order Notaspidea, a sidegill slug that can secrete sulphuric acid when disturbed as a defence mechanism. Generally found on sandy bottoms looking for buried prey. This example photographed at "Tower Reef" near Jeddah (Red Sea).
Nikon F3, 60mm lens on Fuji Velvia
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