Family: |
Strombidae (conchs) |
Max. size: |
7 cm SHL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
reef-associated; marine; depth range 0 - 20 m |
Distribution: |
Indo-Pacific. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Occurring in sandy patches of reef flats, in sandy lagoons or in muddy-sand bottom. Shells of specimens living in deeper water tend to be smaller or more brightly colored (Ref. 349). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
Country info: |
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