About
The shell of this species is smaller than the actual snail and site on top of it much like a shield.In this species the shell is narrower than it is long and features ribs running down the shell.
In this species the shell is narrower than it is long and features ribs running down the shell.
Size
Shell size is around 25mm although shells over 30mm have been found locallyHabitat
In sandy areas subtidally particulally around seagrass beds often burried under the sand.Distribution
NSW, to SA including TasmaniaGallery
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Local Sightings
2 recorded sightings in and around the area.
References & citations (2)
- Grove, S.J. (2018). A Guide to the Seashells and other Marine Molluscs of Tasmania web-site (accessed 2021-09-22 14:03:33)
- The Atlas of Living Australia (accessed 2021-09-22 14:03:33)
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