Kelp Shell (Phasianotrochus eximius)

Common around Tomahawk often found washed up along Tomahawk Beach this species is very common amongst the Sea Nymph Amphibolis antarctica beds around the Tomahawk coast

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What habitats does Phasianotrochus eximius live in?

Kelp and other seaweeds in rock pools, bays and coasts

What is the distribution of Phasianotrochus eximius?

Southern mainland Australia and Tasmania

How big does Phasianotrochus eximius grow?

Can grow to around 4cm

Common Name:Kelp Shell

GenusPhasianotrochus

Specieseximius

Family Name:Trochidae

Aliases: True Kelp Shell, Choice Kelp Shell,

Origin:Endemic

Conservation Status:Not Evaluated

Tags: gastropod

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Species Added: 09-11-2020 00:00:00

Species Updated: 21-02-2023 00:00:00

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