| Family: |
Muricidae (purpuras, murex and rock shells) |
| Max. size: |
13 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthic; marine; depth range 5 - 20 m |
| Distribution: |
Southeast Pacific: Endemic to Chile, from Valdivia to Antofagasta. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Inshore species (Ref. 122473). Inhabits shallow marine environments (Ref. 106607). Found in the subtidal zone at depths of 5 to 20 m (Ref. 106787). Buried in subtidal soft bottom at 8 to 12 cm (Ref. 106607). Also found in areas with small rocks (Ref. 122472). Feeds on the bivalve Tagelus dombeii (Ref. 106607). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
| Country info: |
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