Caribbean Risso

Schwartziella bryerea

Caribbean Risso

Barely a centimetre long, the Caribbean risso grazes algae and detritus across reefs, mangroves and muddy flats down to about 34 metres. Its small turreted shell is sculpted with fine spiral and axial ribs typical of the rissoid snails.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Littorinimorpha › Zebinidae › Schwartziella

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 419636.

FAQ

How deep does the Caribbean Risso live?
The Caribbean Risso (Schwartziella bryerea) is typically found at 0–34 m.
How big does the Caribbean Risso get?
The Caribbean Risso grows to about 0.6 cm.