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Monoplex parthenopeus
Monoplex parthenopeus (Salis Marschlins, 1793)
Giant triton
photo by Harasti, David

Family:  Ranellidae (triton shells), subfamily: Cymatiinae
Max. size:  18 cm DL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 75 m
Distribution:  Indo-Pacific, Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean. From tropical to polar areas.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Known from low tide to 10 m, on rock (Ref. 337). Dead shells occasionally washed up on the beaches (Ref. 88739). Found on offshore banks (Ref. 109264).
IUCN Red List Status: (LR/lc); Date assessed: 30 June 2000 Ref. 123251)
Threat to humans: 
Country info:   
 

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