Large Spotted Triton (Lotoria grandimaculata)

Also known as Triton Shell

Description

Also known as Triton Shell.

Found under and over corals and rocky substrates, of coral and rocky reefs.
They feed on other molluscs and sea urchins
Length - 12cm
Depth - 5-30m
Widespread Indo-Pacific

The saliva of this sea snail contains sulphuric acid and is able to dissolve the calcareous bodies of sea urchins. Ref: x

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