Diadem Volute

Found on muddy bottoms and in tide pools, over shallow waters, close to the shore.
They feed on other volutes and each other.

Used as food by native fishermen. Shell traditionally utilized as water carrier or for bailing canoes; also used as a decorative item!

Volutes are some of the most sought after shells with their giant shells, colour and patterns.
They are amazingly fast when feeding on other mollusc's.