Turban Snails [Turbo]

Description

Turbo is the type genus of the turban snails and turban shells, belonging to the family Turbinidae. They are known for their thick, heavy shell, which is often colorfully patterned and can be highly polished. These snails are found in tropical and subtropical seas, living on rocky substrates where they graze on algae.

Species

Green Turban [Turbo marmoratus]

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Silver-mouthed Turban [Turbo argyrostomus]

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South African Turban [Turbo sarmaticus]

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Bronze Turban [Turbo bruneus]

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Gold-mouth Turban [Turbo chrysostomus]

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Taxonomy