Burned Nassa
Nassarius crematus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–200 m
- Max size: 4 cm
A small scavenging snail of the shelf, it often gathers in large numbers on the bottom down to about 200 metres. Drawn to carrion and decaying matter, it also sifts detritus, helping clean the seabed.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Neogastropoda › Nassariidae › Nassarius
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 215730.
FAQ
- How deep does the Burned Nassa live?
- The Burned Nassa (Nassarius crematus) is typically found at 0–200 m.
- How big does the Burned Nassa get?
- The Burned Nassa grows to about 4 cm.