Elysia chlorotica

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A photosynthetic animal

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A rare photosynthesizing sea slug has been found off N.S. Here's why scientists are excited • Nov. 28, 2025, 2:53 AM ET (CBC)

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Also Known As	Elysia chlorotica • eastern emerald elysia

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A photosynthetic animal

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