How deep does the Oregon Triton live?

The Oregon Triton (Fusitriton oregonensis) is typically found at 0–180 m.

How big does the Oregon Triton get?

The Oregon Triton grows to about 15 cm.

Oregon Triton

Fusitriton oregonensis

Group: Other
Typical depth: 0–180 m
Max size: 15 cm

The largest snail you are likely to find in the rocky intertidal, the Oregon triton ranges from the shore down to about 180 metres on rock and soft bottoms. It is a roving predator that drills into other snails and barnacles, and it lays distinctive flask shaped egg capsules in clusters.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Littorinimorpha › Cymatiidae › Fusitriton

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 476496.

FAQ

How deep does the Oregon Triton live?: The Oregon Triton (Fusitriton oregonensis) is typically found at 0–180 m.
How big does the Oregon Triton get?: The Oregon Triton grows to about 15 cm.