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Sea Bunny: Key Facts

White sea bunny nudibranch with fuzzy texture and ear-like rhinophores resting on coral reef substrate

Quick answer

Sea Bunnys (Jorunna parva) are invertebrates found across Asia. The tiny nudibranch that went viral for looking like a miniature rabbit. Adults typically weigh roughly 0.001 kg (0 lb), reach speeds of up to 0.2 km/h (0 mph), and live Around 1 year (typical of nudibranchs). They feed on carnivore (sponges) and are listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Shallow reefs and rocky seabeds in the western Pacific and Indian Oceans, including Japan and the Philippines.

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Key takeaway

Sea Bunnys (Jorunna parva) are invertebrates found across Asia. The tiny nudibranch that went viral for looking like a miniature rabbit. Adults typically weigh roughly 0.001 kg (0 lb), reach speeds of up to 0.2 km/h (0 mph), and live Around 1 year (typical of nudibranchs). They feed on carnivore (sponges) and are listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Shallow reefs and rocky seabeds in the western Pacific and Indian Oceans, including Japan and the Philippines.

Sea Bunny overview

Sea Bunny (Jorunna parva) is a invertebrate listed here as Least Concern. Typical weight about 0.001 kg; lifespan around Around 1 year (typical of nudibranchs).

Sea Bunny ecology

Diet: Carnivore (sponges). Habitat: Shallow reefs and rocky seabeds. Movement and social systems reflect those pressures across the native range.

Sea Bunnys and people

Learn before you travel or keep related pets. Wild sea bunnys are not toys; captive care needs species-specific husbandry.

Status and further reading

Conservation label in our guides: Least Concern. See the full Sea Bunny profile for taxonomy, FAQs, and related topic guides on this site.

Range and habitat

Sea Bunnies inhabit Shallow reefs and rocky seabeds in the western Pacific and Indian Oceans, including Japan and the Philippines. Their preferred habitat includes shallow reefs and rocky seabeds, where they find food, shelter, and breeding sites. Population density varies with prey availability, water access, and human disturbance. Protected areas and intact corridors remain essential for long-term persistence acros

Physical characteristics and behaviour

Adult sea bunnies typically measure about 0.025 m in length and weigh roughly 0.001 kg (0 lb). They can sprint at up to 0.2 km/h (0 mph) when hunting or escaping predators. Sea Bunnys are known for the tiny nudibranch that went viral for looking like a miniature rabbit — social structure, daily activity, and seasonal movements all reflect pressures in their native environment.

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Sea Bunny FAQs

What are key facts about sea bunnys?

Sea Bunnys (Jorunna parva) are invertebrates found across Asia. The tiny nudibranch that went viral for looking like a miniature rabbit. Adults typically weigh roughly 0.001 kg (0 lb), reach speeds of up to 0.2 km/h (0 mph), and live Around 1 year (typical of nudibranchs). They feed on carnivore (sponges) and are listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Shallow reefs and rocky seabeds in the western Pacific and Indian Oceans, including Japan and the Philippines.

What is the scientific name of the sea bunny?

Jorunna parva — used in research and conservation listings for sea bunnys.

What do sea bunnys eat?

Sea Bunnys eat sponges, with seasonal and regional variation in Shallow reefs and rocky seabeds.

Where do sea bunnys live?

They are associated with Shallow reefs and rocky seabeds. Local presence depends on food, cover, and human land use.

What is the conservation status of sea bunnys?

Listed in our guides as Least Concern. Check the IUCN Red List and national assessments for the latest formal category.

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