Family: |
Tegulidae () |
Max. size: |
7 cm ShH (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 5 m |
Distribution: |
Indo-West Pacific. |
Diagnosis: |
Shell pyramidal with angular body whorl and flat base. Exterior highly sculptured with thick, rounded oblique ribs, at least on the lower half of each whorl (Ref. 128042). |
Biology: |
Locally collected for food (Refs. 349, 128042). Commonly found on rocky shores (Ref. 75835), usually in muddy areas (Ref. 128042). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
Country info: |
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