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Erosaria spurca acicularis |
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Atlantic yellow cowry |
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Atlantische Gelb Porzellanschnecke |
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Atlantische geel Kauri |
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Porcelaine jaune de l'atlantique |
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Porcelanita amarillo atlántico |
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The tropical Atlantic |
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Substrate and environment |
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Exclusively a marine species
The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species crawls on the seafloor
The animal hunts at night
The species can be found between 5 and 20 Meters
Uncommon Species
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General behaviour of the species |
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Species generally solitary
Imitates a rock or a coral.
The animal retracts or flees if disturbed
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General characteristics of the species |
Maximum size : 4 cm
The animal feeds mainly on refuse.
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Relationship with humans |
The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
Used in the clothing, footwear or crafts industries for the manufacture of articles (jewellery, etc.).
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The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance! |
