Tapestry Turban Snail
NameTapestry Turban Snail
Scientific NameTectus fenestratus
Common NameTapestry Turban Snail
FamilyTegulidae
GenusTectus
Speciesfenestratus
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Philippines, Indonesia, Australia, and other tropical Pacific islands.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)40
Identifying FeaturesIts conical, turban-like shape combined with the unique 'tapestry' pattern of reddish-brown and dark axial markings are key identifying features. The animal has prominent eyes on stalks.
Raritycommon
Author CitationGmelin, 1791
Description
A medium-sized, conical marine snail characterized by its distinctive 'tapestry' pattern of reddish-brown to orange-brown spiral bands interrupted by intricate, darker axial markings. It is typically found grazing on algae in shallow coral reef and rocky environments.
