Alabaster Murex [Pterynotus albobrunneus]
Description
The Alabaster Murex or Pterynotus albobrunneus is a species of sea snail. Its shell is typically 4 to 5 cm in size and is known for its white color, which gives the species its common name. The Alabaster Murex lives in sandy or muddy habitats, and it is most active during the night.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Gastropods
Gastropoda
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| Order |
Neogastropoda
Neogastropoda
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| Family |
Murex snails
Muricidae
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| Genus |
Pterynotus
Pterynotus
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