Family: |
Cypraeidae (cowries) |
Max. size: |
10.5 cm SHL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 10 m |
Distribution: |
Indo-Pacific. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
The unusual beauty of its contrasted colour pattern makes the shell a favourite of many collectors (Ref. 349). Under slabs or in large coral heads, either on the external slope or in protected areas of the reef. Egg capsules densely laid in a big cluster about as wide as the length of the adult shell (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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