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Linda's Flatworm - Pseudoceros lindae Pseudoceros lindae can reach a length of 50–80 millimetres (2.0–3.1 in). The upper surface of the thick and elongated body shows a wine color (burgundy) background with turquoise margins and a variable number oval to round yellow-golden spots. This pattern may vary from one individual to another especially in the density of points. The ventral side is light purple. Each pseudotentacle is formed by a broad simple fold of the anterior margins of the body. Also pharynx is formed by highly elaborated folds. This species is a simultaneous hermaphrodite, so it can make cross fecundation. There is a single male reproductive organ, that penetrates in any part of the mate's body, and the females have a short vagina directed backwards. Flatworm,Geotagged,Linda's flatworm,Malapascua,Philippines,Pseudoceros lindae,Spring,cebu Click/tap to enlarge

Linda's Flatworm - Pseudoceros lindae

Pseudoceros lindae can reach a length of 50–80 millimetres (2.0–3.1 in). The upper surface of the thick and elongated body shows a wine color (burgundy) background with turquoise margins and a variable number oval to round yellow-golden spots. This pattern may vary from one individual to another especially in the density of points. The ventral side is light purple. Each pseudotentacle is formed by a broad simple fold of the anterior margins of the body. Also pharynx is formed by highly elaborated folds. This species is a simultaneous hermaphrodite, so it can make cross fecundation. There is a single male reproductive organ, that penetrates in any part of the mate's body, and the females have a short vagina directed backwards.

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''Pseudoceros lindae '', common name Linda's flatworm, is a marine Flatworm species that belongs to the Pseudocerotidae family.

Similar species: Polycladida
Species identified by Albert Kang
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By Albert Kang

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Uploaded Dec 7, 2016. Captured Apr 4, 2016 16:49 in Unnamed Road, Daanbantayan, Cebu, Philippines.
  • DSC-RX100
  • f/8.0
  • 1/200s
  • ISO200
  • 37.1mm