How deep does the Lyre Whelk live?

The Lyre Whelk (Neptunea lyrata) is typically found at 0–100 m.

How big does the Lyre Whelk get?

The Lyre Whelk grows to about 16.5 cm.

Lyre Whelk

Neptunea lyrata

Group: Other
Typical depth: 0–100 m
Max size: 16.5 cm

A large predatory whelk of cool shallow seas, the lyre whelk hunts and scavenges over sand and mud from the intertidal down to about 100 metres. Its heavy shell is ribbed with the raised spiral cords that give it its name.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Neogastropoda › Buccinidae › Neptunea

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 254477.

FAQ

How deep does the Lyre Whelk live?: The Lyre Whelk (Neptunea lyrata) is typically found at 0–100 m.
How big does the Lyre Whelk get?: The Lyre Whelk grows to about 16.5 cm.