Family: |
Buccinidae (buccinum whelks), subfamily: Colubrariinae |
Max. size: |
10 cm ShH (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthic; marine |
Distribution: |
Indo-Pacific. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Species inhabits underside of coral boulders or in crevices. Shallow subtidal zones. Occurs at the low tide mark (Ref. 821). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
Country info: |
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