Philinopsis reticulata (Eliot, 1903)

We think this is Philinopsis reticulata, although that has not been confirmed. We have found one large specimen at each of Kwajalein and Enewetak Atolls, and several small ones at Kwajalein that appear to be the same. The large ones, one of which is shown in the two photos immediately below, measured about 50mm.

The animals below appears to be a juvenile P. reticulata. They measured only 9mm (first) and 12mm (second) in length.

The specimen below found on 24 November 2008 on a shallow lagoon reef approaches in appearance some forms of Philinopsis gardineri.

The animal below may be another variation.

Created 28 January 2007
Updated 11 December 2008