Cassis tuberosa

  • King helmet

Distribution

  • The tropical Atlantic

Substrate and environment

  • Exclusively a marine species
  • The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
  • The species crawls on the seafloor
  • The species can be found between 0 and 27 Meters.
  • Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

  • Species generally solitary

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 30 cm
  • Diet : Mollusks - Sea stars

Relationship with humans

  • The species is in great demand and highly appreciated
  • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
    • - Aquarium enthusiasts.
    • - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
    • -Sport or local fishing
    • Used in the clothing, footwear or crafts industries for the manufacture of articles (jewellery, etc.)