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Conclusion: Cyerce nigra
Reviewed by Codex identification research on Aug 27, 2026 · 97% reviewer confidence.
Reasoning recorded at review
- Broad flattened detachable cerata surround a small sacoglossan body
- Outer ceratal faces are black with numerous round yellow spots
- Ceratal margins are pale yellow-white with orange accents
- Inner ceratal faces show the pale radiating vein pattern
- Long rolled rhinophores have matching dark and yellow longitudinal pigment
Alternatives considered
- Closely related Cyerce species
Why plausible: The 2025 revision doubled recognized Cyerce diversity and documents pseudocryptic complexes
Comparison: Radula, reproductive anatomy and three-gene evidence would provide confirmation
