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Updated 9/19/2022

Family Cerithiidae

INDO-PACIFIC / HAWAII

Cerithium columna



Savusavu Bay, Fiji, 4 feet
   

COLUMNAR HORN

Uncommon on algae-covered rock in shallow water.  Strong shell with spiral cords.  Attains 2 inches.  Red Sea to Japan, Hawaii, and Pitcairn.  Introduced to the East Mediterranean.