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Turbo magnificus

Turbo magnificus, common name the magnificent turban, is a species of sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Turbinidae, the turban snails. This Indo-Pacific species exhibits significant sexual dimorphism, with mature females developing shells averaging 60-70 mm in diameter (often exceeding 100 g in weight), while males typically reach only 30-45 mm.

Notes

Additional information regarding this species:

  • Taxonomic status: Some authors place the name in the subgenus Turbo (Taeniaturbo)

Description

The length of the shell varies between 30 mm and 70 mm.

Distribution

This species occurs in the Pacific Ocean from Ecuador to Chile.

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