Species Type:
Invertebrates
Common Name(s):
Sharp-knobbed mud snail
Size:
Sharp-knobbed mud snails can grow up to 0.60 inches (1.5 centimeters) long.
Diet:
Sharp-knobbed mud snails sift through sand to feed on fish waste, dead or dying organisms
Range & Habitat:
These snails can be found in sandy bottom habitats in the Gulf of Mexico, eastern central Pacific Ocean and the western central Atlantic Ocean.
Details:
Sharp-knobbed mud snails have a distinctive elongated shape with a pointed spire, giving them a sharp appearance. They are often seen burrowing into the sand, where they spend most of their time avoiding predators and searching for food. They are highly sensitive to environmental changes and are able to detect the presence of potential predators or food sources through chemical signals in the water.