help id this snail?

[shelbyguy]

came across this snail.

was told its reef safe, but cannot find any info on it in the books i have.

 

[DTECH07]

It's in the Conch family .
Dtech07

 

[dragoneggs]

Mostly just a good algea eater but can find a liking to other inverts, clams, etc. I would keep and watch.

 

[LeslieH]

I think it's more likely to be a Mitra, maybe Mitra papalis. This species is a specialized predator on worms - mostly sipuncs (peanut worms) and other small inverts. There's a great discussion of their feeding habits on Christopher Taylor's blog Catalogue of Organisms.
Mitra (Tiarella) papalis
Catalogue of Organisms: (Belated) Taxon of the Week: The Bishop's Mitra

 

[DTECH07]

I'll send Pic's and Details later on type. I have friend who has these in his shop but i was worried because i couldnt find info on it. will send later once shop is open.

 

[WABlonde]

Thanks for the info & links, Leslie. Very helpful.