| Family: |
Turbinellidae (vase shells) |
| Max. size: |
36 cm NG (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
reef-associated; marine; depth range 0 - 81 m |
| Distribution: |
Western Atlantic. |
| Diagnosis: |
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. |
| Biology: |
This is one of the largest gastropods in the Atlantic Ocean (Ref. 355). Maximum depth from Ref. 109264. This species is found subtidal and offshore, in coral reefs, cienaga facies and mangroves, particularly on mud, rock, sand, and seagrass habitats (Ref. 83934). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
| Country info: |
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