Chiton tuberculatus

Common chiton
Gemeine Käferschnecke
Antilliaanse keverlak
Chiton des Antilles
Quitón antillano

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic

Substrate and environment

The species lives on the mid-littoral coast
The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species crawls on the seafloor
Very common species.

General behaviour of the species

Species generally living in a group
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 9 cm
The animal is a grazer of algae.

Relationship with humans

The species is good to eat
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- -Sport or local fishing

The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!