Leminda
Introduction '''''Leminda''''' is a genus of nudibranchs in the family Lemindidae.The one species in this genus of marine gastropod molluscs has so far only been found around the South African coast.
Taxonomy ''Leminda'' has been considered as the only genus in the family '''Lemindidae''' Griffiths, 1985. ''Leminda'' is the type genus of the family Lemindidae.
Description A close-up photograph showing the branching digestive system in the mantle marginThe body of these animals is robust and elevated, and has a velum, or anterior veil. The margin of the mantle is expanded and waving and is held above the body. The foot is large and well-developed. The rhinophores are smooth and retract into smooth small sheaths. The radula is broad and arranged in multiple series with hook-shaped teeth. The digestive gland branches extensively into the mantle margin. The animal has no eyes. A bag used in copulation opens between the male and female reproductive openings
Etymology The genus name comes from an adaptation of the describing author's daughter's name.
Species There is only one species of ''Leminda'' described, the type species ''Leminda millecra'' Griffiths, 1985 from southern South Africa.
References
External links *  Griffiths R.J. 1985.Description of a new South African Arminacean and the proposed re-instatement of the genus Atthila Bergh (Mollusca, Opisthobranchia). Annals of the South African Museum, 269-280