Seila crocea

Seila crocea
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Size: 3 cm

Distribution: Uncommon. Likely all SA coastal and gulf waters

Habitat: Rocky reef. Other habitat unknown

Depth: Subtidal to 10+ metres

Seila crocea
Seila crocea
Seila crocea
Seila crocea
Seila crocea

This distinctive, bright orange snail is found in the shallow subtidal zone. It is a long and narrow cone, usually around 1-3cm in length, with spiral ribs. It is uncommonly seen in life and is usually encountered as beach washup.