| Turbinellidae (vase shells) |
| 36 cm NG (male/unsexed) |
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reef-associated; marine; depth range 0 - 81 m |
| Western Atlantic. |
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Shell very large, heavy, fusiform. Sculpture of 8 to 10 prominent ribs angled at shoulder, 8 to 10 on last whorl. Columella with 3 strong folds. Colour: white, internally tinged with pink or orange. |
| This is one of the largest gastropods in the Atlantic Ocean (Ref. 355). Maximum depth from Ref. 109264. |
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Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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| harmless |
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