Spengler's Triton

Cabestana spengleri (Perry, 1811)

Named after the Danish naturalist Lorenz Spengler this species features yellowish-brown periostracum when alive. Sculptured with strong spiral ribs, the outer lip is thickened and strongly toothed within


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What habitats does Cabestana spengleri live in?

Among rocks and cunjevoi on exposed rocky shores, depth to 80 m

What is the distribution of Cabestana spengleri?

From southern Queensland to Tasmania and South Australia.

How big does Cabestana spengleri grow?

Can grow to around 180mm whilst around 80mm is more common

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