General Description

Shell conical, wider than high. Lower part of shell white with narrow black stripes, upper part white to cream at the point (apex). Shell up to 2 cm across.

Biology

These conniwinks form groups in crevices and rock depressions. Two related species live underwater in sheltered areas on mud and sand.

Habitat

Upper intertidal zone on rocky reefs.

Reefs

Coastal shores

Distribution guide

Southern Australia.

Species Group

Sea snails and shells › Snails

Depth

Shore (0-1 m)

Water Column

On or near sea floor

Max Size

2 cm

Diet

Herbivore

Commercial Species

No

Global Dispersal

Native to Australia

Species Code

MoV 4836

Conservation Status

• DSE Advisory List : Not listed
• EPBC Act 1999 : Not listed
• IUCN Red List : Not listed