Family: |
Muricidae (purpuras, murex and rock shells) |
Max. size: |
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Environment: |
demersal; marine |
Distribution: |
Western Central Pacific. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Found from mid and low littoral of muddy coasts, clinging onto loose stones and rocks that are encrusted with barnacles and oysters (Ref. 81780). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
Country info: |
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