| Family: |
Neritidae (nerites) |
| Max. size: |
4.7 cm NG (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
reef-associated; marine; depth range 0 - 20 m |
| Distribution: |
Western Atlantic. |
| Diagnosis: |
Shell solid, globular, sculpture of strong spiral cords fading out on last whorl. Aperture large, inner lip with 1 to 3 white tooth-like projections, with blood red blotch, outer lip finely crenulated. Colour: shell colour yellowish mottled with red and black. |
| Biology: |
Combination depth range: min from literature (Ref. 109264), max from estimate. Inhabits rocky coasts in intertidal zones, usually in high-energy environments. Known to exhibit 'homing' behavior, moving in search of shelter during the day and foraging at night (Ref. 355). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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| Threat to humans: |
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| Country info: |
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