Vasum turbinellus (LinnaƩus, 1758)
Top vase
photo by Batoy, Corazon B.

Family:  Turbinellidae (vase shells), subfamily: Vasinae
Max. size:  10 cm SHL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  reef-associated; marine
Distribution:  Indo-Pacific.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Shell used in shellcraft (Ref. 349). Inhabits shallow subtidal waters (Ref. 349).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
Threat to humans:  harmless
Country info:   
 

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