Little Pitcher Conch
Canarium urceus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–40 m
- Max size: 6.5 cm
- For divers: safe
A small conch of sand and muddy sand near sparse algae down to about forty metres, it hops along on a strong foot tipped with a claw like operculum. It often gathers in colonies, and its shell has long been collected for ornaments.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Littorinimorpha › Strombidae › Canarium
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 532183.
FAQ
- How deep does the Little Pitcher Conch live?
- The Little Pitcher Conch (Canarium urceus) is typically found at 0–40 m.
- Is the Little Pitcher Conch dangerous to divers?
- The Little Pitcher Conch is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Little Pitcher Conch get?
- The Little Pitcher Conch grows to about 6.5 cm.