Diana Conch
Euprotomus aurisdianae
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–10 m
- Max size: 9 cm
- For divers: safe
This conch carries a thick shell with a flared lip and lives on shallow sand flats and dead coral down to about 10 m. Rather than crawling like a snail it pole vaults across the bottom, planting a horny claw on its foot and flipping forward.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Littorinimorpha › Strombidae › Euprotomus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 564720.
FAQ
- How deep does the Diana Conch live?
- The Diana Conch (Euprotomus aurisdianae) is typically found at 0–10 m.
- Is the Diana Conch dangerous to divers?
- The Diana Conch is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Diana Conch get?
- The Diana Conch grows to about 9 cm.