Mo. 164 CYPRAEA ONYX WITH EGG MASS (Onyx Cowrie)

 

Phylum : Mollusca

Class    : Gastropoda

Order  : Littorinimorpha

Family  : Cypraeidae

Genus  : Cypraea

Species : onyx

DESCRIPTION

            Cypraea onyx, the onyx cowrie, typically lays its egg masses in a gelatinous ribbon- like form. These egg masses are usually translucent and can be found attached to substrates such as rocks or other underwater surfaces. The individual eggs are often tiny and numerous within this ribbon- like structure. The appearance of the egg mass can vary in colour but is generally delicate and somewhat transparent.

IUCN Status: Not evaluated