Cypraea cervus
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 2 and 10 Meters.
- Rare species.
- Imitates a rock or a coral.
General behaviour of the species
- Species generally solitary
- Imitates a rock or a coral.
General characteristics of the species
- Maximum size : 15 cm
- The animal is a grazer of algae.
Relationship with humans
- The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
- The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Aquarium enthusiasts.
- Used in the clothing, footwear or crafts industries for the manufacture of articles (jewellery, etc.)
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Porcelaine cerf
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