Neon Cerata Sea Slug Under California Sunlight

Hard coastal glare cuts through the clear water, illuminating a sea slug drifting near the rocky California shoreline. Its translucent body displays rows of vibrant neon cerata that stand out against the muted blue-green ocean. Tiny suspended particles glitter throughout the water column, catching the late-afternoon light in sharp, scattered points. The wide panoramic view reveals the vastness of the Pacific while keeping the creature as the central focal point. Fine details of the slug's skin texture are visible, showing slight undulations as it moves through the dry season currents. The sunlight creates bright highlights on the water surface above, against the deeper shadows below. One cerata tip touches a passing bubble, refracting the harsh afternoon rays into a spectrum of colors. The scene remains grounded in the natural marine environment with no artificial elements present.