Maru-amaobune (Nerita histrio)

Maru-amaobune, a reference photo — Photo: Manuel CABALLER · CC BY 4.0 (licence)

Nerita histrio is a species of small to medium-sized sea snails. They are typically found in rocky structures in coastal areas. It has a thick and heavy shell, and a distinct shell color that varies across individuals.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Maru-amaobune being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

Easily confused with

Nerita chamaeleon
Nerita polita
Nerita yoldii
Nerita funiculata
Nerita undata
Nerita albicilla

Classification

Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Mollusca
Class: Gastropoda
Order: Cycloneritida
Family: Neritidae
Genus: Nerita
Species: Nerita histrio

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