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By Bob Goemans
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Family Cypraeidae

Mauritia arabica

(Linnaeus, 1758)

Arabian Cowry

Not Reef Tank Suitable

Not Suitable for Fish-Only Tank

Range: Indo-West Pacific Ocean

Size: 3 inches (7.5 cm)

Natural Environment: Inhabits shallow intertidal reef areas.

Aquarium Suitability: Not collected for the home aquarium trade.

Feeds upon small invertebrates.

FYI: Shown here for identification only.

Previously listed as Cypraea arabica.

Used as human food in local areas.

 Mauritia arabica (Arabian Cowry)
Photo © Bob Goemans
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