Cyphoma macgintyi

(Spotted Cyphoma)

Size

Length 2.5cm (1")

Recognition Characters

Spots are usually circular with darker outlines.

Color

White mantle is covered with gray or black spots. Naked shell is porcelain white.

Habitat & Depth

Attach to and feed on gorgonians in all types of habitats.

Distribution at GRNMS

Rare at GRNMS. More common on deeper reefs and attached to Muricea sp..

Geographic Range

Georgia, Florida Atlantic Coast, Bahamas. Remainder of distribution unknown.

Behavior & Notes

Most commonly associated with the Sea Whip on Georgia coast.

Synonyms

References

Humann 1992a, Abbott 2001, Rehder 1981