Ceratostoma foliatum

Leafy hornmouth
Murex ailé

Distribution

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 60 Meters.
Common species.

General behaviour of the species

Species generally solitary

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 10 cm
Maximum age known : 16 year(s)
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
Diet : - Mollusks

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest

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