Family: |
Dentaliidae () |
Max. size: |
6 cm SHL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthic; marine; depth range 10 - 900 m |
Distribution: |
Western Atlantic: USA, Canada, Guyana and Caribbean. |
Diagnosis: |
Shell up to 60 m long, cream, slightly curved, entire surface reticulated by longitudinal, transversal striae. 9 to 12 rounded primary ribs, secondary ones begin early, all reach oral aperture, giving polygonal section. Intercostal spaces concave, Apex polygonal, short notch at convex side (Ref. 3441). |
Biology: |
Minimum depth from Ref. 111279. |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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Threat to humans: |
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