Nassa Mud Shell
Nassarius livescens
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 30–37 m
- Max size: 2.5 cm
A small scavenging mud snail of mangrove flats, the nassa mud shell creeps over soft sediment feeding on settled organic matter and carrion. It grows to around 3 centimetres and lives in shallow water near the tide line.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Neogastropoda › Nassariidae › Nassarius
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 215745.
FAQ
- How deep does the Nassa Mud Shell live?
- The Nassa Mud Shell (Nassarius livescens) is typically found at 30–37 m.
- How big does the Nassa Mud Shell get?
- The Nassa Mud Shell grows to about 2.5 cm.