Cassidae (helmet and bonnet shells), subfamily: Cassinae |
36 cm ShH (male/unsexed) |
benthic; marine; depth range 2 - 30 m |
Indo-Pacific. |
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Frequently collected in the area for food and for the shell which is traditionally used as a decorative item in many parts, or as container for liquids by the natives of the South Seas (Ref. 349). |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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Known from Rock Islands Southern Lagoon (Ref. 103126). C: Ref. 103126; M: Ref. 349. |
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