Species Type:
Invertebrates
Common Name(s):
White-spotted engina
Size:
These enginas can grow up to 0.6 inches (1.5 centimeters) long.
Diet:
Engine snails eat a variety of foods including marine debris, algae, benthic worms, crabs and decaying organisms.
Range & Habitat:
White-spotted enginas are often found on the underside of rocks and other hard surfaces offshore in the Atlantic Ocean.
Details:
White-spotted enginas are most active at night, scavenging for food along the ocean floor. Their thick, patterned shells provide camouflage and protection from predators. Using their muscular foot, they move deliberately, exploring rocks and sand for food.