| Family: |
Tegulidae () |
| Max. size: |
6.2 cm DL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 10 m |
| Distribution: |
Southeast Pacific and Southwest Atlantic: from Sechura Bay to Strait of Magellan, to Tierra del Fuego, Argentina, including Easter and Falkland Islands. Tropical and subtropical. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
It is found on rocky substrates, on or beneath rocks, in crevices, tide pools and on brown algae from the intertidal area to a depth of 10 meters. It feeds on algae (Ref. 87801). |
| 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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