How big is the Turbinate monodont?

Turbinate monodont (Phorcus turbinatus) reaches 2–3 cm in length.

At what depth can you find the Turbinate monodont?

Turbinate monodont is found between 0–3 m deep.

What is the conservation status of the Turbinate monodont?

IUCN status: Least concern (LC).

Where can you find the Turbinate monodont?

Found in: East Atlantic, Macaronesia, Mediterranean.

Turbinate monodont (Phorcus turbinatus)

Key facts

Scientific name: Phorcus turbinatus
Common name: Turbinate monodont
Category: Molluscs
Family: Trochidae
Genus: Phorcus
Size: 2–3 cm
Depth: 0–3 m
IUCN status: Least concern (LC)
Danger level: Harmless
Habitats: rocky
Behaviours: herbivorous
Ocean zones: East Atlantic, Macaronesia, Mediterranean

Description

Phorcus turbinatus is a small top-shell of 2 to 3 cm, conical brown-purple shell with zebra-like markings. Very common on intertidal rocks of the Mediterranean. Grazer of microalgae. Its empty shells are frequently reused by the hermit crab Clibanarius erythropus. Gregarious, sometimes dozens per square meter.

Photo of Turbinate monodont

Frequently asked questions

How big is the Turbinate monodont?: Turbinate monodont (Phorcus turbinatus) reaches 2–3 cm in length.
At what depth can you find the Turbinate monodont?: Turbinate monodont is found between 0–3 m deep.
Is the Turbinate monodont dangerous to divers?: Danger level: Harmless.
What is the conservation status of the Turbinate monodont?: IUCN status: Least concern (LC).
Where can you find the Turbinate monodont?: Found in: East Atlantic, Macaronesia, Mediterranean.

Similar species

Sources

Taxonomy: WoRMS (AphiaID 689179)
Photos: iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)
Distribution: GBIF (taxonKey 7871052)
Conservation: IUCN Red List
Encyclopedia: Wikipedia