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Cypraecassis testiculus (Linnaeus, 1758) Reticulate cowrie-helmet |
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photo by
Mayhew, Joseph Ross |
| Family: | Cassidae (helmet and bonnet shells) | |||
| Max. size: | 8.5 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | reef-associated; marine; depth range 0 - 60 m | |||
| Distribution: | Western Atlantic. | |||
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| Biology: | This species is found in intertidal and offshore coral reefs, on sand and seagrass habitats (Ref. 83934). Also on offshore banks (Ref. 109264). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251) | |||
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