The shell of this species is smaller than the actual snail and site on top of it much like a shield. This species the hole more central on the shell with a number of ray like paterns extending from the hole to the edge of the shell gradually widening
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What habitats does Amblychilepas javanicensis live in?
In sandy areas subtidally particulally around seagrass beds often burried under the sand.
What is the distribution of Amblychilepas javanicensis?
From southern Queensland to Western Australia including Tasmania
How big does Amblychilepas javanicensis grow?
Can grow up to around 31mm
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