Olivaceous Nassa
Nassarius olivaceus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 37–75 m
- Max size: 4 cm
This little nassa snail patrols intertidal mud flats, sniffing out carrion with a long mobile siphon. It grows to about 4 centimetres and acts as a scavenger, swarming over dead fish and other remains on the flats.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Neogastropoda › Nassariidae › Nassarius
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 215713.
FAQ
- How deep does the Olivaceous Nassa live?
- The Olivaceous Nassa (Nassarius olivaceus) is typically found at 37–75 m.
- How big does the Olivaceous Nassa get?
- The Olivaceous Nassa grows to about 4 cm.