Species Type:
Invertebrates
Common Name(s):
Turban snail
Size:
On average, these snails grow to 1.5 inches (3.8 centimeters) in length.
Diet:
Turban snails help keep their surroundings clean by eating large amounts of algae.
Range & Habitat:
In the western Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean Sea, turban snails can be found near or under rocks.
Details:
These snails have spiral shaped shells with rows of beads and spines. They can range from tan, brown and cream to red in color.