Phyllidia picta is known in the Marshalls from three specimens found at Kwajalein Atoll. All were on the seaward reef, two in ledges during the day and one in a small cave at night. The latter was at a depth of about 6 meters and measured 26mm in length. Phyllidia picta is also found in the Solomons. You often see this species listed in the genus Fryeria.
This another of the Mullerian mimics in the P. varicosa group.
Created 25 December 2006
Updated 30 May 2009