Kelletia kelletii (Forbes, 1850)
Kellet's whelk
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Family:  Buccinidae (buccinum whelks)
Max. size:  17.5 cm SHL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 69 m
Distribution:  Eastern Central Pacific: USA to Mexico. From Isla Asuncion, Baja California, Mexico to Monterey, CA, USA.
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Biology:  It is found in kelp beds on rocky and soft bottoms, from low intertidal to a depth of 69 meters (Ref. 865). Also inhabits sand areas adjacent to more solid substratum. Forms aggregated distribution patterns, most likely as a foraging and/or reproductive strategy. Carnivorous scavenger. Primarily feeds on live sessile polychaetes and solitary tunicates (Ref. 101624).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
Threat to humans: 
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