Family: |
Muricidae (purpuras, murex and rock shells), subfamily: Rapaninae |
Max. size: |
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Environment: |
benthic; marine |
Distribution: |
Pacific Ocean. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Dead shells frequently washed up on the beaches (Ref. 88739). Obligate corallivore (Refs. 127967, 130737). Prior studies demonstrated its aggregation to corals under stress (Ref. 130737). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
Country info: |
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