Onustus [Onustus]

Description

Onustus is a genus of carrier shells that are part of the Xenophoridae family. These snails are recognizable by their conical shells, which they decorate with a variety of materials from their environment, including coral fragments, stones, and other shells. Onustus species are found in warm seas across the globe, typically residing on soft substrates where they can easily source materials to attach to their shells.

Species

Coral Crab [Onustus caribbaeus]

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Indo-Pacific Coral Crab [Onustus indicus]