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| Phylum Mollusca > Class Gastropoda > Family Muricidae |
| Ramose
murex Chicoreus ramosus Family Muricidae updated Feb 2020 Where seen? This large and beautifully sculptured snail is sometimes seen, often many of similar size can be seen at one location, then none seen for some time. It is considered the largest murex in the Indo-Pacific. Elsewhere found near reefs and considered common, partially or completely buried in sand. Features: 20-30cm long, thick heavy shell with short 'frilly' or leafy spines, usually white. Bright orange edge at the shell opening. Large brown operculum made of a horn-like material. Animal is large and fleshy, brownish. What does it eat? It feeds on clams and snails and is considered a pest on pearl oyster beds. Human uses: It is actively collected in some parts of the world. Status and threats: This snail is listed as 'Endangered' on the Red List of threatened animals of Singapore. |
 Cyrene Reef, Aug 13 |
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| Ramose murex on Singapore shores |
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