Conidae (cone shells) |
9.5 cm SHL (male/unsexed) |
benthic; marine; depth range 20 - 80 m |
Central Pacific: Philippines, Indonesia and French Polynesia. |
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Species is common at depths of approximately 25 m on drop-offs, inhabiting small caves. Some are also found in very deep waters at around 150 m (Ref. 98471). |
(LC); Date assessed: 26 October 2011 Ref. 123251)
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harmless |
Known from Samar, Sulu Sea and southern Mindanao (Ref. 821). C: Ref. 821, 7789, 83677; O: Ref. 821. |
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