Nicobar Spindle
Marmorofusus nicobaricus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–40 m
- Max size: 18 cm
- For divers: safe
A spindle shaped sea snail of shallow subtidal waters down to around 40 metres, it reaches close to 18 centimetres. It turns up now and then in shrimp trawl catches and is harmless to handle.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Neogastropoda › Fasciolariidae › Marmorofusus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 828289.
FAQ
- How deep does the Nicobar Spindle live?
- The Nicobar Spindle (Marmorofusus nicobaricus) is typically found at 0–40 m.
- Is the Nicobar Spindle dangerous to divers?
- The Nicobar Spindle is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Nicobar Spindle get?
- The Nicobar Spindle grows to about 18 cm.