Angular Spindle Snails [Latirus]

Description

Latirus is a genus of sea snails with angular, spindle-shaped shells characterized by their pronounced axial ribs and variegated coloring. These gastropods inhabit tropical and subtropical seas, living in a variety of marine environments. They are mainly carnivorous, preying upon small invertebrates.

Species

Angular Spindle [Fusinus angulosus]

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Narrow-mouthed Angular Spindle [Fusinus angulosus var. angustus]

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Smooth Angular Spindle [Fusinus angulosus var. laevis]

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Taxonomy