Miniature Trumpet Triton
Pisania pusio
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–63 m
- Max size: 4.8 cm
A small predatory snail of intertidal rocks and reef rubble, the miniature trumpet triton hunts across coral, sand and stone down to about 60 metres. Its sturdy spindle shaped shell belongs to the same family as the larger tritons that prey on starfish.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Neogastropoda › Pisaniidae › Pisania
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 419978.
FAQ
- How deep does the Miniature Trumpet Triton live?
- The Miniature Trumpet Triton (Pisania pusio) is typically found at 0–63 m.
- How big does the Miniature Trumpet Triton get?
- The Miniature Trumpet Triton grows to about 4.8 cm.