Ever heard of a nudibranch? It's a funny word for a really cool, colourful creature!

Nudibranchs (nudibranchia) are a type of sea slug that comes in all sorts of shapes, sizes, and colours. They're like the fashionistas of the sea, always dressed in the latest styles!

Sometimes, people get a bit confused. They think all sea slugs are nudibranchs, but that's not quite right. It's like saying all dogs are poodles. While all poodles are dogs, not all dogs are poodles.

Nudibranchs are special because they don't have shells. They're naked, which is why they're called "nudibranchs" (it means "naked gill" in Latin). But they're not naked in the way we think of it! They have beautiful colours and patterns that help them hide from predators or attract mates.

Did you know that some nudibranchs can steal the stinging cells from other animals and use them for their own defence? It's like having a built-in shield! They're pretty clever, huh? So, the next time you see a picture of a colourful sea slug, remember, it might be a fancy nudibranch, a true master of disguise and defence!  

Here are some tasks for you. We would be happy if you would share them with us:

Draw Your Own Nudibranch: Use your imagination to draw a colourful and crazy-looking nudibranch. You can give it any shape, colour, and pattern you like.
Nudibranch Hunt: Look for pictures of different nudibranchs online or in books. Can you find one that looks like a leaf or a flower? Let’s see who can find more!
Nudibranch Craft: Use coloured paper, markers and glue to create your own nudibranch. Cut out shapes and glue them together to make a colourful and creative creature.

Have fun exploring the wonderful world of nudibranchs!