Family: |
Muricidae (purpuras, murex and rock shells), subfamily: Trophoninae |
Max. size: |
11.1 cm DL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 586 m |
Distribution: |
Southeast Pacific, Southwest Atlantic and Antarctic Indian Ocean. Temperate to polar. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
It is found on rocky substrates, rock crevices and mussel beds (Ref. 87801), and in forests of Macrocystis pyrifera (Ref. 92889). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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Threat to humans: |
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