An annotated checklist of sea slug fauna of Gujarat coast, India
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An annotated checklist of sea slugs from Gujarat coastal waters was prepared, based on published literature and field observations from 2014–2019. Ninety-five species from 62 genera belonging to 29 families were recorded. Species are listed with synonyms and distribution status.
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