Eyed Cowrie
Arestorides argus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–10 m
- Max size: 11.5 cm
- For divers: safe
The eyed cowrie has a glossy, dark shell flecked with pale rings that give it its name, long prized by collectors and gathered for food. It hides under stones and coral slabs by day in shallow reef areas near the low tide mark, emerging at night to graze.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Littorinimorpha › Cypraeidae › Arestorides
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 527787.
FAQ
- How deep does the Eyed Cowrie live?
- The Eyed Cowrie (Arestorides argus) is typically found at 0–10 m.
- Is the Eyed Cowrie dangerous to divers?
- The Eyed Cowrie is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Eyed Cowrie get?
- The Eyed Cowrie grows to about 11.5 cm.