Antillean Nerite
Nerita fulgurans
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–20 m
- Max size: 3.7 cm
A small marine snail of the splash zone, the Antillean nerite grazes algae across rock, coral and seagrass where the tide washes over it. It crosses easily between salt, brackish and even fresh water, living from the surface down to around 20 metres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Cycloneritida › Neritidae › Nerita
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 419503.
FAQ
- How deep does the Antillean Nerite live?
- The Antillean Nerite (Nerita fulgurans) is typically found at 0–20 m.
- How big does the Antillean Nerite get?
- The Antillean Nerite grows to about 3.7 cm.