Species Type:
Invertebrates
Common Name(s):
Lightfoot snail
Size:
These snails can grow up to 2.4 inches (6 centimeters) long.
Diet:
Lightfoot snails feed on algae growing on hard surfaces.
Range & Habitat:
Throughout the western Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean Sea, these snails like to inhabit shallow, rocky areas.
Details:
Shaped like a spiral cone, lightfoot snails can range from orange to yellow in color. These snails are often found climbing high on rocks in their environment. They are gentle grazers, feeding on algae and other microorganisms found on rocks and coral.