Author: (Valenciennes, 1836)
Comments: Adults are found in tide pools and rocky shore areas.  Are primarily herbivorous (Ref. 9032).  Selectively feed on the green algae <i>Ulva</i>, Enteromorpha, as juveniles and favor red algae <i>Gelidium</i> as adults (Ref. 94105).  Oviparous.  Eggs are demersal and adhesive (Ref. 205), and are attached to the substrate via a filamentous, adhesive pad or pedestal (Ref. 94114).  Larvae are planktonic, often found in shallow, coastal waters (Ref. 94114).