Military Turban
NameMilitary Turban
Scientific NameTurbo militaris
Common NameMilitary Turban
FamilyTurbinidae
GenusTurbo
Speciesmilitaris
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Philippines, Japan, and other tropical to subtropical waters.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)Typically ranges from 50 to 100 mm in height. The specimen in the image appears to be within this size range.
Identifying FeaturesKey features include its heavy, thick, turbinate shell; a relatively low spire; and a characteristic mottled coloration. While not visible in the image, it possesses a thick, calcareous operculum. The overall robust and rounded form is distinctive.
Raritycommon
Author CitationReeve, 1848
Description
A robust, heavy marine gastropod shell, characterized by its turbinate (turban-like) shape and mottled coloration. It is typically found in rocky intertidal and shallow subtidal environments, where it grazes on algae.
