Angular Triton [Cymatium angulatum]
Description
The Angular Triton is a species of predatory sea snail. It is typically found in the tropical Indo-Pacific region, especially along coral reefs. It stands out due to its angular, cone-like shape and the rough, wavy ridges on its shell. The Angular Triton is known to be quite aggressive, often feeding on other mollusks and crustaceans. It can grow up to 10 centimeters long, with a shell color that ranges from light brown to dark red.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Gastropods
Gastropoda
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| Order |
Littorinimorpha
Littorinimorpha
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| Family |
Tritons
Ranellidae
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| Genus |
Angular Tritons
Monoplex
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