Mutable Conch
Maculastrombus mutabilis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–20 m
- Max size: 4 cm
- For divers: safe
A small conch abundant on rocky reefs in both exposed and sheltered water, most common just below the low tide mark. It moves in a jerky hop on a muscular foot and grazes delicate algae, and its shell is gathered for shellcraft.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Littorinimorpha › Strombidae › Maculastrombus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1819191.
FAQ
- How deep does the Mutable Conch live?
- The Mutable Conch (Maculastrombus mutabilis) is typically found at 0–20 m.
- Is the Mutable Conch dangerous to divers?
- The Mutable Conch is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Mutable Conch get?
- The Mutable Conch grows to about 4 cm.