Fenestrate Top
Tectus fenestratus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–5 m
- Max size: 7 cm
- For divers: safe
A cone shaped top snail of rocky shores, the fenestrate top grazes algae in shallow muddy water near the surface and reaches about seven centimetres. Its sturdy pyramidal shell with a pearly interior is collected locally for food.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Trochida › Tegulidae › Tectus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 567234.
FAQ
- How deep does the Fenestrate Top live?
- The Fenestrate Top (Tectus fenestratus) is typically found at 0–5 m.
- Is the Fenestrate Top dangerous to divers?
- The Fenestrate Top is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Fenestrate Top get?
- The Fenestrate Top grows to about 7 cm.