Family: |
Ranellidae (triton shells) |
Max. size: |
39 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 200 m |
Distribution: |
Atlantic, the Mediterranean and Indo-West Pacific. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Known from low tide to 10 m, in rock (Ref. 337). Dead shells found about low-water mark and washed up on rocks (Ref. 88739). Epibionts include bivalves and gastropods (Ref. 110375). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
Country info: |
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